Comparison Console
Acebeam TAC AA vs Olight i5T EOS
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Olight i5T EOS stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Olight i5T EOS stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 233% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight i5T EOS stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5T 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 i5T EOS stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 233% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5T EOS stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 66% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 190% 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$39.9Most expensive
US$29.95Cheapest
Weight
75.4 g (2.66 oz)Heaviest
60 g (2.12 oz)Lightest
Length
104.6 mm (4.12 in)Longest
95 mm (3.74 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmHighest output
300 lmLowest output
Max candela
19600 cdHighest candela
910 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
280 m (919 ft)Highest
60 m (197 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3480 minLongest runtime
1200 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 14500 rechargeable lithium-ion battery included, compatible with AA alkaline or NiMH batteries
1 x AA Alkaline battery
Charging type
USB-C charging on included battery (not built into flashlight)
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Anodized aircraft aluminum (AL6061-T6), scratch-resistant polycarbonate lens
Anodized Aluminum Alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useEDCSituations requiring compact, bright flashlight with dual fuel compatibility
Everyday carryGiftingOutdoor useCamping and hikingUp-close illumination
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 lightweight designHigh quality anodized aluminum bodyGood max output of 300 lumensConvenient tail switch with smooth actionDual direction pocket clip allows versatile carry, including use as a headlampSoft, balanced beam with wide hotspot comfortable for close-up useCompatible with widely available AA alkaline and NiMH batteries
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
Not compatible with lithium-ion batteriesSome users find grip knurling averageLimited to two main output levels plus moonlightNo onboard chargingRuntime on high mode is limited due to stepdownNo included lanyard