Comparison Console
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 vs Fenix UC30
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 2% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix UC30 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 159% 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 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 159% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 24% 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$59.95Most expensive
Weight
75.4 g (2.66 oz)Lightest
77 g (2.72 oz)Heaviest
Length
104.6 mm (4.12 in)Shortest
130 mm (5.12 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lm
1000 lm
Max candela
32400 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
360 m (1181 ft)Highest
253 m (830 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3480 minShortest runtime
9000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 14500 USB-C rechargeable battery or 1 AA battery (Alkaline/NiMH)
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion or 2x CR123A Lithium batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
Micro USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (submersible up to 2 meters for 30 minutes)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Anodized aircraft aluminum alloy
Aircraft-grade aluminum with type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
EDC useTactical lightingCampingHikingEmergency situations
Everyday carryOutdoor activitiesProfessional use
Common praise
High output for sizeGood beam distanceDurable construction with IP68 ratingDual fuel flexibilityTail standing and pocket clipMultiple usable modes including strobe and SOS
Compact and solid build qualityHigh maximum brightness of 1000 lumensMultiple output levels with strobeUSB rechargeable with included batteryWaterproof and dust proof with IPX8 ratingStainless steel side switch with battery indicatorGood battery life and regulated output
Common complaints
Body clip non-removable and somewhat tightLarger head diameter compared to other AA lightsRubber boot improved but tailcap and bezel non-removable
Turbo mode automatically downshifts after 3 minutesNo integrated pocket clipWeight excludes battery
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