Comparison Console
Acebeam T29 vs Fenix CL27R
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix CL27R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T29 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix CL27R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix CL27R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T29 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL27R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T29 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T29 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL27R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL27R stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T29 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 77% 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$109.9
Unknown
Weight
308.5 g (10.88 oz)Heaviest
300 g (10.58 oz)Lightest
Length
194.79 mm (7.67 in)Longest
110 mm (4.33 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2900 lmHighest output
1600 lmLowest output
Max candela
490000 cdHighest candela
8223 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1400 m (4593 ft)Highest
180 m (591 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
9780 minShortest runtime
17100 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-ion rechargeable (5600mAh high drain)
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion (Fenix ARB-L21-5000 V2.0)
Charging type
USB-C (hidden port)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP66
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
AL6061-T6 aerospace-grade aluminum alloy, hard-anodized
Aluminum alloy front case and polycarbonate body
Use case profile
Best for
HuntingLong-range illuminationTactical useOutdoor use
CampingOutdoor workPower outagesEmergency lightingIndustrial maintenance
Common praise
Very long beam distance and high outputGood runtime on low modesSolid build quality with aerospace-grade aluminumGood customer support from manufacturer
Powerful brightness with up to 1600 lumensAdjustable brightness and color temperatureDurable construction with IP66 rating and 1m impact resistanceSmooth and intuitive rotary switch controlsMultiple lighting modes including red light for night visionUSB-C rechargeable with included batteryMagnetic base and tripod mount for versatile placement
Common complaints
Head diameter is relatively large compared to bodyTurbo runtime is short due to thermal regulation
Magnetic base is not very strong and may struggle to hold securelyHandle looseness requiring adjustment to maintain position