Comparison Console
Acebeam T28 vs Streamlight UltraStinger LED
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam T28 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T28 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T28 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 127% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam T28 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight UltraStinger LED stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight UltraStinger LED stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight UltraStinger LED stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 127% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight UltraStinger LED stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 47900% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$182.9Cheapest
US$188.14Most expensive
Weight
427 g (15.06 oz)Lightest
564 g (19.89 oz)Heaviest
Length
198 mm (7.80 in)Shortest
300 mm (11.81 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2500 lmHighest output
1100 lmLowest output
Max candela
422500 cdHighest candela
65000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1300 m (4265 ft)Highest
510 m (1673 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
43200 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x IMR21700NP-510A rechargeable li-ion battery (included), compatible with 1x18650 battery
Nickel-metal Hydride Ni-MH sub-C battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
120V AC / 12V DC smart charger, optional 2.5-hour fast charger available
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX4
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
3 m (10 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III Hard Anodized anti-abrasive finish
Anodized aluminum body with non-slip rubberized comfort grip, unbreakable polycarbonate lens with scratch-resistant coating
Use case profile
Best for
HuntingSearch and rescueLong-range illuminationTactical use
Professional useLaw enforcementSecurity personnelIndustrial crewsFirst responders
Common praise
Exceptional long-range beam up to 1300 metersHigh-quality aerospace-grade aluminum constructionGood battery capacity and included rechargeable batteryMultiple brightness levels and strobe for tactical useCompact size with effective heat management
Bright, powerful beam with long reachDurable and reliable build qualityMultiple user-selectable modes with programmable switchRechargeable battery with included smart charger
Common complaints
Relatively heavy with battery (427g)Not designed for diving useCan become hot during prolonged high output use
Heavier and larger than compact EDC lightsRelatively short runtime on highest output