Comparison Console
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 vs Wurkkos WK30
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 27% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos WK30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos WK30 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 WK30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos WK30 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 38% 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 WK30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 2.0 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos WK30 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 8% 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$37Cheapest
Weight
75.4 g (2.66 oz)Lightest
104 g (3.67 oz)Heaviest
Length
104.6 mm (4.12 in)Shortest
113 mm (4.45 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
1200 lmHighest output
Max candela
32400 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
360 m (1181 ft)Highest
120 m (394 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3480 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 14500 USB-C rechargeable battery or 1 AA battery (Alkaline/NiMH)
Single 26650, 18650, 21700 or 2x CR123A (emergency)
Charging type
USB Type-C
Micro-USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (up to 2 meters for 30 minutes)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Anodized aircraft aluminum alloy
6061 aerospace grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
EDC useTactical lightingCampingHikingEmergency situations
EDC use at home and outdoorsUsers needing multi-color flashlight (white, red, UV)Hunting or preserving night vision with red lightUV inspection/bug hunting
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 a versatile 3-color flashlightHigh quality Samsung LH351D 5000K 90CRI white LEDStrong red Cree XP-E emitter and powerful UV LEDGood build quality with aerospace grade aluminumMultiple power levels per color modeIncludes 5000mAh 26650 battery and accessories
Common complaints
Body clip non-removable and somewhat tightLarger head diameter compared to other AA lightsRubber boot improved but tailcap and bezel non-removable
Large size not suitable for pocket carryMicro-USB charging port instead of USB-CHold-to-turn-off UI is unintuitiveThin tube walls compared to some preferences
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