Comparison Console
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 vs Wurkkos FC12
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 11% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos FC12 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos FC12 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 590% 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 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC12 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC12 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC12 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 590% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC12 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 30% 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
US$40
Weight
75.4 g (2.66 oz)Lightest
85 g (3.00 oz)Heaviest
Length
104.6 mm (4.12 in)Shortest
136.5 mm (5.37 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
2000 lmHighest output
Max candela
32400 cdHighest candela
29833 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
360 m (1181 ft)Highest
345 m (1132 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3480 minShortest runtime
24000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 14500 USB-C rechargeable battery or 1 AA battery (Alkaline/NiMH)
1x 18650 Li-Ion battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Anodized aircraft aluminum alloy
6061 aircraft grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
EDC UseTactical LightingCampingHikingEmergency Situations
EDCBackup FlashlightVehicle KitTactical 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
High Output Of 2000 Lumens With Effective Beam ThrowDual Switch Interface With Tactical UsabilityUSB C Rechargeable With Included BatteryGood Build Quality With Aircraft Grade AluminumAdvanced Temperature Regulation Prevents Overheating
Common complaints
Body Clip Non Removable And Somewhat TightLarger Head Diameter Compared To Other Aa LightsRubber Boot Improved But Tailcap And Bezel Non Removable
Limited Durability Compared To Professional Duty LightsTail Switch Protrudes, Limiting Tail Stand CapabilityBody Lacks Knurling, Reducing Grip In Some Conditions
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