Comparison Console
Acebeam TAC AA vs Olight i5R EOS
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% 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 186% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 186% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 57% 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
60 g (2.12 oz)Lightest
Length
104.6 mm (4.12 in)Longest
95.4 mm (3.76 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmHighest output
350 lmLowest output
Max candela
19600 cdHighest candela
1247 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
280 m (919 ft)Highest
70.6 m (232 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3480 minLongest runtime
2220 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 14500 rechargeable lithium-ion battery included, compatible with AA alkaline or NiMH batteries
Custom 2.4V rechargeable lithium-ion cell (called "14500" but non-standard)
Charging type
USB-C charging on included battery (not built into flashlight)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Anodized aircraft aluminum (AL6061-T6), scratch-resistant polycarbonate lens
Aerospace grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useEDCSituations requiring compact, bright flashlight with dual fuel compatibility
EDCUsers wanting a dual-chemistry cell flashlightThose appreciating unique plum color
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
Unique plum color with attractive finishCompact size for everyday carrySolid light performance up to 350 lumensIncludes custom rechargeable 2.4V lithium-ion cell and USB-C charging
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
Included specialized 2.4V cell not compatible with standard 14500 chargers or batteriesSpring edge can snag battery when screwing on tailcap without modification