Comparison Console
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 vs ThruNite T1
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite T1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite T1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% 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 13% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 314% 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$45.95Most expensive
Weight
75.4 g (2.66 oz)Heaviest
71.5 g (2.52 oz)Lightest
Length
104.6 mm (4.12 in)Longest
69.5 mm (2.74 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
1500 lmHighest output
Max candela
32400 cdHighest candela
2600 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
360 m (1181 ft)Highest
102 m (335 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3480 minLongest runtime
840 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 14500 USB-C rechargeable battery or 1 AA battery (Alkaline/NiMH)
1x 18350 rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Micro-USB port (charging cable included)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (2 meters)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Anodized aircraft aluminum alloy
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
EDC useTactical lightingCampingHikingEmergency situations
Everyday carry (EDC)Compact portable illuminationHands-free use via magnetic tailcap or clip
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 lightweight designPowerful 1500 lumen output with balanced beamUSB rechargeable with included 1100mAh batteryMagnetic tailcap for hands-free useMultiple modes including stepless dimming and strobeGood build quality with anodized aluminum bodyIPX8 water resistance
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 sustains max output only about 3 minutes before stepping downClip design requires two-handed operation to attachLower modes exhibit some green tint shift (older CW variants)Charging current conservative (around 0.5A)TIR optic with plastic lens may scratch over time
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