Comparison Console
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 vs Wurkkos WK03 SST40
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Wurkkos WK03 SST40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos WK03 SST40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos WK03 SST40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos WK03 SST40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 167% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos WK03 SST40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos WK03 SST40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos WK03 SST40 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 152% 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$14.99Cheapest
Weight
75.4 g (2.66 oz)Heaviest
55 g (1.94 oz)Lightest
Length
104.6 mm (4.12 in)Longest
101.5 mm (4.00 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
1800 lmHighest output
Max candela
32400 cdHighest candela
15238 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
360 m (1181 ft)Highest
247 m (810 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3480 minLongest runtime
1380 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
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Anodized aircraft aluminum alloy
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
EDC useTactical lightingCampingHikingEmergency situations
Everyday carryCampingHiking
Common praise
High output for sizeGood beam distanceDurable construction with IP68 ratingDual fuel flexibilityTail standing and pocket clipMultiple usable modes including strobe and SOS
Affordable price point for a fully featured 18650 EDC flashlightGood build quality with included accessoriesUSB-C charging with integrated charging indicatorBright output with decent beam throw for size
Common complaints
Body clip non-removable and somewhat tightLarger head diameter compared to other AA lightsRubber boot improved but tailcap and bezel non-removable
Low CRI around 70PWM in all modes which may cause flickerAccidental activation possible due to small protruding switchSharp cooling fins can be uncomfortable to holdLimited information on impact resistance
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