Comparison Console
Acebeam TAC AA vs Streamlight ClipMate USB
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight ClipMate USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1329% 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 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ClipMate USB stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ClipMate USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ClipMate USB stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1329% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ClipMate USB stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1557% 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$45Most expensive
Weight
75.4 g (2.66 oz)Heaviest
53.9 g (1.90 oz)Lightest
Length
104.6 mm (4.12 in)Longest
81.3 mm (3.20 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmHighest output
70 lmLowest output
Max candela
19600 cdHighest candela
500 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
280 m (919 ft)Highest
44 m (144 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3480 minLongest runtime
210 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 14500 rechargeable lithium-ion battery included, compatible with AA alkaline or NiMH batteries
Lithium polymer cell
Charging type
USB-C charging on included battery (not built into flashlight)
USB built-in charge tab
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX4
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Anodized aircraft aluminum (AL6061-T6), scratch-resistant polycarbonate lens
Polymer housing, abrasion-resistant
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useEDCSituations requiring compact, bright flashlight with dual fuel compatibility
Hands-free lightingEDC useIndustrial and DIY useNight vision preservation with red LED modes
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
Lightweight and compact designUSB built-in charging convenienceMultiple lighting modes including red LED for night visionDurable and abrasion-resistant polymer housingGood runtime on various modes
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
Limited beam distance compared to larger flashlightsNot fully waterproof, only IPX4 water resistantSwitch interface may take getting used to