Comparison Console
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 vs Sofirn LT1S
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 78% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn LT1S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% 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 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT1S stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT1S stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 350% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT1S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT1S stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1060% 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$40.29Most expensive
Weight
75.4 g (2.66 oz)Lightest
339 g (11.96 oz)Heaviest
Length
104.6 mm (4.12 in)Longest
97 mm (3.82 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
1200 lmHighest output
Max candela
32400 cdHighest candela
600 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
360 m (1181 ft)Highest
49 m (161 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3480 minLongest runtime
300 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 14500 USB-C rechargeable battery or 1 AA battery (Alkaline/NiMH)
1x 21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (manufacturer), IPX4 (some reviewers)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Anodized aircraft aluminum alloy
6061 aircraft-grade aluminum with type 3 hard anodized coating
Use case profile
Best for
EDC useTactical lightingCampingHikingEmergency situations
CampingHikingCar campingFestival useOvernight outdoor activitiesEmergency preparednessGeneral portable lantern 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
Versatile dual white and red light modesGood runtime and brightness balancePower bank charging capabilityDurable build quality with anodized aluminumMagnetic base and sturdy hanging hook for flexible placementAffordable price compared to competitors
Common complaints
Body clip non-removable and somewhat tightLarger head diameter compared to other AA lightsRubber boot improved but tailcap and bezel non-removable
User interface not as intuitive as Anduril 2IPX4 rating in some reviews limits heavy rain useWeight heavier than ultralight backpacking lightsThreads and spring in tailcap can be stiffPackaging is basic
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