Comparison Console
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 vs Olight i5R EOS
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Olight i5R EOS stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 186% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 186% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 57% 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$40Most expensive
US$39.95Cheapest
Weight
75.4 g (2.66 oz)Heaviest
60 g (2.12 oz)Lightest
Length
104.6 mm (4.12 in)Longest
95.4 mm (3.76 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmHighest output
350 lmLowest output
Max candela
32400 cdHighest candela
1247 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
360 m (1181 ft)Highest
70.6 m (232 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3480 minLongest runtime
2220 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 14500 USB-C rechargeable battery or 1 AA battery (Alkaline/NiMH)
Custom 2.4V rechargeable lithium-ion cell (called "14500" but non-standard)
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Anodized aircraft aluminum alloy
Aerospace grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
EDC useTactical lightingCampingHikingEmergency situations
EDCUsers wanting a dual-chemistry cell flashlightThose appreciating unique plum color
Common praise
High output for sizeGood beam distanceDurable construction with IP68 ratingDual fuel flexibilityTail standing and pocket clipMultiple usable modes including strobe and SOS
Unique plum color with attractive finishCompact size for everyday carrySolid light performance up to 350 lumensIncludes custom rechargeable 2.4V lithium-ion cell and USB-C charging
Common complaints
Body clip non-removable and somewhat tightLarger head diameter compared to other AA lightsRubber boot improved but tailcap and bezel non-removable
Included specialized 2.4V cell not compatible with standard 14500 chargers or batteriesSpring edge can snag battery when screwing on tailcap without modification