Comparison Console
Acebeam TAC 2AA vs Wuben L3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam TAC 2AA stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam TAC 2AA stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. Wuben L3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam TAC 2AA stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Wuben L3 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
Acebeam TAC 2AA stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben L3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC 2AA stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben L3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC 2AA stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben L3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 28% 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$49.99Most expensive
Weight
106 g (3.74 oz)Lightest
180.7 g (6.37 oz)Heaviest
Length
149.9 mm (5.90 in)Longest
138 mm (5.43 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmLowest output
3000 lmHighest output
Max candela
23104 cdHighest candela
12800 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
181 m (594 ft)Lowest
226 m (741 ft)Highest
Max runtime
5640 minShortest runtime
7200 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x Acebeam USB-C rechargeable 14100 lithium-ion battery, compatible with 2 x AA NiMH/Alkaline
21700 Li-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C 18W
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
HAIII hard-anodised AL6061-T6 aluminium alloy
Aluminium
Use case profile
Best for
EDCTactical useDog walkingHome securityEmergencyCampingHikingOutdoor adventures
Tactical useOutdoor activitiesDog walkingEveryday carry
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 max output of 3000 lumensGood sustained output and thermal regulationFast USB-C charging with powerbank featureCompact and lightweight design for a 21700 lightReliable build quality and anodized finishConvenient mode memory and versatile user interfaceIncludes accessories like belt clip and lanyard
Common complaints
Requires some learning to master controlsShorter runtime on Turbo mode compared to larger lights
Tint has low CRI and a greenish hueTurbo mode is only momentary, not constantMode order cycling can be confusingButton can be stiff and somewhat recessedNo mechanical lockout, some standby drain possible