Comparison Console
Acebeam TAC AA vs Olight S1 Mini Baton
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Olight S1 Mini Baton stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight S1 Mini Baton stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight S1 Mini Baton stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight S1 Mini Baton stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight S1 Mini Baton stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 93% 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$50Most expensive
Weight
75.4 g (2.66 oz)Heaviest
43 g (1.52 oz)Lightest
Length
104.6 mm (4.12 in)Longest
54 mm (2.13 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmHighest output
600 lmLowest output
Max candela
19600 cdHighest candela
2500 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
280 m (919 ft)Highest
100 m (328 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3480 minLongest runtime
1800 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 14500 rechargeable lithium-ion battery included, compatible with AA alkaline or NiMH batteries
1 x 16340/RCR123A or CR123A
Charging type
USB-C charging on included battery (not built into flashlight)
Micro-USB (via rechargeable battery)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX-8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Anodized aircraft aluminum (AL6061-T6), scratch-resistant polycarbonate lens
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useEDCSituations requiring compact, bright flashlight with dual fuel compatibility
Everyday Carry (EDC)Urban and office useGeneral close-range illuminationUltralight backpacking
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
Small size with strong output for EDCUseful rechargeable battery included with USB chargingGood beam pattern with flood and some throwDurable aluminum construction with IPX8 waterproof ratingVersatile clip allowing tip-up or tip-down carry
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
Tail magnet is weak for some use casesClip attachment can be stiff and require two handsConfusing model namingTurbo mode not available with standard CR123A cellsSome users desire stronger grip texture
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