Comparison Console
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 vs Sofirn SC29
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 1% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SC29 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 200% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1350% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC29 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC29 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 200% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC29 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1350% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC29 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 16% 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$40
Unknown
Weight
75.4 g (2.66 oz)Lightest
76.5 g (2.70 oz)Heaviest
Length
104.6 mm (4.12 in)Shortest
120.9 mm (4.76 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
3000 lmHighest output
Max candela
32400 cdHighest candela
16272 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
360 m (1181 ft)Highest
255.1 m (837 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3480 minLongest runtime
240 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 14500 USB-C rechargeable battery or 1 AA battery (Alkaline/NiMH)
21700 (Sofirn branded 5000mAh flat top)
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
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
EDC useTactical lightingCampingHikingEmergency situations
EDCGood balance of output and runtimeValue-oriented
Common praise
High output for sizeGood beam distanceDurable construction with IP68 ratingDual fuel flexibilityTail standing and pocket clipMultiple usable modes including strobe and SOS
Good balance between high output and runtimeUnique TIR optic providing good beam qualityIP68 waterproof rating with USB-C chargingComfortable and functional designLockout mode for safety
Common complaints
Body clip non-removable and somewhat tightLarger head diameter compared to other AA lightsRubber boot improved but tailcap and bezel non-removable
The magnetic tailcap magnet is relatively weakClip can scratch anodization with useBattery tube knurling style may not suit all usersSome discrepancy in reported weight
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