Comparison Console
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 vs Fenix E28R V2.0
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 348% 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$40Cheapest
US$64.95Most expensive
Weight
75.4 g (2.66 oz)Lightest
128 g (4.52 oz)Heaviest
Length
104.6 mm (4.12 in)Shortest
121 mm (4.76 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
1700 lmHighest output
Max candela
32400 cdHighest candela
18588 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
360 m (1181 ft)Highest
273 m (896 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3480 minShortest runtime
15600 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 14500 USB-C rechargeable battery or 1 AA battery (Alkaline/NiMH)
1×18650 lithium-ion (ARB-L18-3400) or 2×CR123A
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Anodized aircraft aluminum alloy
Aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
EDC useTactical lightingCampingHikingEmergency situations
Everyday carry (EDC)Daily commutingCampingHikingHands-free use with magnetic tail
Common praise
High output for sizeGood beam distanceDurable construction with IP68 ratingDual fuel flexibilityTail standing and pocket clipMultiple usable modes including strobe and SOS
High output for sizeVersatile lighting modes including warning lightsUSB-C fast chargingSolid build quality and finishMagnetic tail for hands-free useGood runtime on lower modes
Common complaints
Body clip non-removable and somewhat tightLarger head diameter compared to other AA lightsRubber boot improved but tailcap and bezel non-removable
Slightly heavy for pocket carryTailcap is glued and only removable by tailNo included pouchBeam tint cooler and CRI moderate
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