Comparison Console
Acebeam TAC AA vs Nitecore MT10C
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore MT10C stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 107% 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$39.9Cheapest
US$39.95Most expensive
Weight
75.4 g (2.66 oz)Heaviest
57 g (2.01 oz)Lightest
Length
104.6 mm (4.12 in)Longest
91.3 mm (3.59 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmHighest output
920 lmLowest output
Max candela
19600 cdHighest candela
9000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
280 m (919 ft)Highest
190 m (623 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3480 minShortest runtime
7200 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 14500 rechargeable lithium-ion battery included, compatible with AA alkaline or NiMH batteries
1x CR123 or 1x IMR 18350 rechargeable Li-ion battery
Charging type
USB-C charging on included battery (not built into flashlight)
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Anodized aircraft aluminum (AL6061-T6), scratch-resistant polycarbonate lens
Aluminum alloy, anodized
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useEDCSituations requiring compact, bright flashlight with dual fuel compatibility
Everyday carryTactical useOutdoor activities requiring night vision preservation such as huntingSignaling in emergencies
Common praise
Compact and lightweightHigh brightness for sizeDurable and well-builtDual fuel compatibility (14500 and AA)Good waterproof rating (IP68)Easy-to-use tail clicky switch with memory function
Compact and lightweightPowerful 920 lumen outputRed light mode preserves night vision and prevents insect attractionTactical tail switch for easy one-handed useRobust build quality with waterproof rating IPX8
Common complaints
No integrated charging port on the flashlight body (charging is on battery only)Turbo mode has limited durationSwitch boot can be slightly wobbly when tail standingUses PWM in all modes which might be noticeable to some users
Battery and charger not includedRuntime on turbo mode limited to about 30 minutes
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