Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn IF24 Pro RGB stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn IF24 Pro RGB stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Sofirn IF24 Pro RGB stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Sofirn IF24 Pro RGB stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Sofirn IF24 Pro RGB stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Sofirn IF24 Pro RGB stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% 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.
▣EDC▣Color lighting versatility with RGB▣Users wanting multiple light outputs and modes
Common praise
✓High output for size✓Good beam distance✓Durable construction with IP68 rating✓Dual fuel flexibility✓Tail standing and pocket clip✓Multiple usable modes including strobe and SOS
✓Versatile RGB and white light outputs✓Effective USB-C charging with included cable✓Well-implemented user interface with rotary dial✓Reasonable weight and size for EDC✓Includes battery option and accessories
Common complaints
⚠Body clip non-removable and somewhat tight⚠Larger head diameter compared to other AA lights⚠Rubber boot improved but tailcap and bezel non-removable
⚠Slightly unstable tailstanding due to tailcap bulge⚠Beam distance and candela not clearly specified⚠Uses PWM on white light output