Comparison Console
Acebeam T28 vs Wuben A9
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 4% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T28 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben A9 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 380% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam T28 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A9 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A9 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A9 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 380% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A9 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 30% 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$249.99Most expensive
Weight
427 g (15.06 oz)Lightest
447 g (15.77 oz)Heaviest
Length
198 mm (7.80 in)Shortest
215 mm (8.46 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2500 lmLowest output
12000 lmHighest output
Max candela
422500 cdHighest candela
40900 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1300 m (4265 ft)Highest
420 m (1378 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
43200 minLongest runtime
33120 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x IMR21700NP-510A rechargeable li-ion battery (included), compatible with 1x18650 battery
Custom 10200mAh 7.2V Li-ion battery pack
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C charging on battery, 5V 2A max input
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III Hard Anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aircraft-grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
HuntingSearch and rescueLong-range illuminationTactical use
Search and rescueOutdoor explorationExtreme conditions use
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
High maximum brightness with three Cree XHP70.2 LEDsLong runtime up to 23 days on low modeDurable aircraft-grade aluminum body with IP68 waterproofingMultiple lighting modes including strobe and SOSSmart switch with mode memory and lockout functionality
Common complaints
Relatively heavy with battery (427g)Not designed for diving useCan become hot during prolonged high output use
Customized battery can be inconvenient as a proprietary packCharging is slow due to limited 5V 2A inputLarge size and weight may be bulky for some usersHead unscrewing and switch placement can make accessing battery tricky