Comparison Console
Acebeam TAC 2AA vs Wurkkos TD03
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wurkkos TD03 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TD03 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TD03 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos TD03 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC 2AA stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TD03 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC 2AA stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC 2AA stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TD03 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TD03 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC 2AA stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 4804% 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$49.9Most expensive
US$34Cheapest
Weight
106 g (3.74 oz)Heaviest
78 g (2.75 oz)Lightest
Length
149.9 mm (5.90 in)Shortest
160 mm (6.30 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmLowest output
1800 lmHighest output
Max candela
23104 cdLowest candela
43522 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
181 m (594 ft)Lowest
417 m (1368 ft)Highest
Max runtime
5640 minLongest runtime
115 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x Acebeam USB-C rechargeable 14100 lithium-ion battery, compatible with 2 x AA NiMH/Alkaline
1x 18650 Li-ion rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
HAIII hard-anodised AL6061-T6 aluminium alloy
Aerospace grade 6061 aluminum alloy, hard-anodized military grade type III
Use case profile
Best for
EDCTactical useDog walkingHome securityEmergencyCampingHikingOutdoor adventures
Everyday carry (EDC)Tactical useMedium distance illumination
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 maximum output of up to 1800 lumensLong throw with a beam distance over 400 metersDurable aerospace-grade aluminum construction with IP68 ratingUSB-C rechargeable battery includedUnique dual-switch user interface with mode memory
Common complaints
Requires some learning to master controlsShorter runtime on Turbo mode compared to larger lights
Brightness step-down occurs rapidly on Turbo modeAlternating frequency strobe mode not ideal for light paintingNo remote pressure switch optionTail cap does not unscrew (only head unscrews)
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