Comparison Console
Acebeam TAC 2AA vs Sofirn IF23 Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam TAC 2AA stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam TAC 2AA stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn IF23 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 213% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam TAC 2AA stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC 2AA stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC 2AA stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 213% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 Pro stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC 2AA stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 12% 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$49.9Cheapest
US$53Most expensive
Weight
106 g (3.74 oz)Lightest
202 g (7.13 oz)Heaviest
Length
149.9 mm (5.90 in)Longest
134 mm (5.28 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmLowest output
5000 lmHighest output
Max candela
23104 cdHighest candela
14600 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
181 m (594 ft)Lowest
242 m (794 ft)Highest
Max runtime
5640 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x Acebeam USB-C rechargeable 14100 lithium-ion battery, compatible with 2 x AA NiMH/Alkaline
1 x 21700 rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP66
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
HAIII hard-anodised AL6061-T6 aluminium alloy
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
EDCTactical useDog walkingHome securityEmergencyCampingHikingOutdoor adventures
Everyday carryProjectsCampingEmergenciesPhotographyCar repairsAmbient light
Common praise
Powerful output for sizeUSB-C charging with dual power optionsDurable and tactical-grade build qualityVersatile dual-mode interfaceCompact and lightweight for EDCIncludes useful diffusers for versatility
High brightness output with sustained brightness due to buck driverVersatile use with main and side lights plus RGB modesConvenient USB-C charging and power bank functionalityGood build quality with grippy anodized finishSimplified and intuitive user interfaceGood value for feature set
Common complaints
Requires some learning to master controlsShorter runtime on Turbo mode compared to larger lights
Side light output dims as battery voltage drops due to FET driverRGB lights lack dimming control and can be too bright for close useHeavier than some other EDC flashlightsNo warm main LED version available yet
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