Comparison Console
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 vs Wurkkos FC11C
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos FC11C stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos FC11C stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos FC11C stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC11C stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 49% 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.
Wurkkos FC11C stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC11C stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, 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$40Most expensive
US$28.79Cheapest
Weight
75.4 g (2.66 oz)Lightest
112 g (3.95 oz)Heaviest
Length
104.6 mm (4.12 in)Shortest
116 mm (4.57 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
1200 lmHighest output
Max candela
32400 cdHighest candela
6100 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
360 m (1181 ft)Highest
156 m (512 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3480 minLongest runtime
3000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 14500 USB-C rechargeable battery or 1 AA battery (Alkaline/NiMH)
18650 Li-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Anodized aircraft aluminum alloy
6061-T6 aluminium alloy
Use case profile
Best for
EDC useTactical lightingCampingHikingEmergency situations
Everyday carry (EDC)Newcomers transitioning from basic flashlightsTactical and general purpose 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
Excellent value for moneyStable regulated output with buck driverHigh color rendering Nichia 519A LEDStrong magnetic tailcap for hands-free useConvenient USB-C charging with included cableIPX8 waterproof and solid aluminum constructionSmooth user interface with ramping and stepped modes
Common complaints
Body clip non-removable and somewhat tightLarger head diameter compared to other AA lightsRubber boot improved but tailcap and bezel non-removable
Lower max output than predecessor (maximum around 1200 lumens)Somewhat sharp cooling fins and lanyard hole edgesPocket clip is friction fit and not deep carryCharging port cover can open accidentallyOutput steps down after about 90 seconds in Turbo mode to avoid overheating
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