Comparison Console
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 vs Wurkkos TS22
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 21% 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. Wurkkos TS22 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 350% 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.
Wurkkos TS22 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS22 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS22 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 350% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS22 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 383% 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$46Most expensive
Weight
75.4 g (2.66 oz)Lightest
95 g (3.35 oz)Heaviest
Length
104.6 mm (4.12 in)Shortest
122 mm (4.80 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
4500 lmHighest output
Max candela
32400 cdHighest candela
9150 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
360 m (1181 ft)Highest
191 m (627 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3480 minShortest runtime
16800 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 14500 USB-C rechargeable battery or 1 AA battery (Alkaline/NiMH)
1x21700
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Anodized aircraft aluminum alloy
Aviation-grade 6061 aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
EDC useTactical lightingCampingHikingEmergency situations
EDCGeneral useCampingOutdoor
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 for size with 4500 lumensSturdy and well-built with aviation-grade aluminumConvenient USB-C charging with included batteryStrong magnetic tailcap for hands-free useGood grip and comfortable carry with pocket clip
Common complaints
Body clip non-removable and somewhat tightLarger head diameter compared to other AA lightsRubber boot improved but tailcap and bezel non-removable
Confusing manufacturer LED specificationsSome users find the UI complicated and lacking moonlight modeElectronic switch has some play and less tactile feedbackHeavier and chunkier compared to smaller cells like 18650
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