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Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 vs Wurkkos FC13 SFT40
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 38% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos FC13 SFT40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos FC13 SFT40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos FC13 SFT40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC13 SFT40 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC13 SFT40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC13 SFT40 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1833% 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$32Cheapest
Weight
75.4 g (2.66 oz)Lightest
122 g (4.30 oz)Heaviest
Length
104.6 mm (4.12 in)Shortest
114 mm (4.49 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
1640 lmHighest output
Max candela
32400 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
360 m (1181 ft)
Unknown
Max runtime
3480 minLongest runtime
180 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 14500 USB-C rechargeable battery or 1 AA battery (Alkaline/NiMH)
18650 lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
Unknown
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Anodized aircraft aluminum alloy
Aluminum, hard anodized
Use case profile
Best for
EDC useTactical lightingCampingHikingEmergency situations
EDC enthusiasts who want Anduril 2 firmwareUsers wanting a USB-C rechargeable 18650 lightThose needing moderate throw with high output
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 build quality and anodizingUSB-C onboard charging with included cableRamping and versatile Anduril 2 UIModerate size and weight suitable for EDCHigh output with decent throw for an SFT40 emitter
Common complaints
Body clip non-removable and somewhat tightLarger head diameter compared to other AA lightsRubber boot improved but tailcap and bezel non-removable
Anduril 2 UI can be complicated for some usersTurbo mode runtime is limited (~3 minutes before stepdown)USB-C port recessed and picky with cablesClip not reversible and sticks out when bezel-up carried
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