Comparison Console
Acebeam TAC AA vs Olight S2 Baton
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Olight S2 Baton stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% 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 5% 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 S2 Baton stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight S2 Baton stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight S2 Baton stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight S2 Baton stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 45% 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$49.95Most expensive
Weight
75.4 g (2.66 oz)Heaviest
50.5 g (1.78 oz)Lightest
Length
104.6 mm (4.12 in)Longest
103 mm (4.06 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmHighest output
950 lmLowest output
Max candela
19600 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
280 m (919 ft)Highest
142 m (466 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3480 minShortest runtime
5040 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 14500 rechargeable lithium-ion battery included, compatible with AA alkaline or NiMH batteries
1x 18650 or 2x CR123A
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
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useEDCSituations requiring compact, bright flashlight with dual fuel compatibility
Users looking for a compact flashlight that can accept 18650 batteriesEveryday carryGeneral use
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 form factor with high outputHomogeneous cool white beamMagnetic tail cap for hands-free useMultiple brightness modes including moonlight and strobeLow standby current for longer battery life
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 includedDiscontinued model, availability limited
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