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Acebeam T36 vs Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam T36 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T36 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 320% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T36 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T36 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T36 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 320% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T36 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3420% 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$129.9Most expensive
US$127Cheapest
Weight
113 g (3.99 oz)Lightest
136 g (4.80 oz)Heaviest
Length
145 mm (5.71 in)Longest
112.5 mm (4.43 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2100 lmHighest output
500 lmLowest output
Max candela
23870 cdHighest candela
7000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
309 m (1014 ft)Highest
167 m (548 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
7920 minLongest runtime
225 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
SL-B26 rechargeable Li-Ion USB battery pack; also accepts CR123A lithium batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB rechargeable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 / waterproof under water 5m
IPX7
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with premium Type III Hard Anodized Anti-abrasive finish
High-impact, super-tough nylon polymer
Use case profile
Best for
Self-defenseEveryday carryHuntingSearch & rescueLaw enforcementOutdoor activities
Right-angle flashlight useHands-free lighting when attached to gearProfessional, industrial, and outdoor tasks
Common praise
Solid tactical design with dual switch setup4000K tint offers nice color renderingUSB-C charging convenient and fastCompact size with sturdy feel and firm gripGood beam distance and output balance
Bright 500 lumen output with balanced beamRugged and waterproof designConvenient USB rechargeable battery and multi-fuel capabilityHands-free use with clip and D-ring attachment
Common complaints
Can get hot quickly at highest outputMedium mode brightness lower than some users would preferLong shipping time from China to USA in some cases
No information on complaints in available sources
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