Comparison Console
Acebeam TAC AA vs Streamlight Wedge XT
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight Wedge XT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% 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 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Wedge XT stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 148% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Wedge XT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Wedge XT stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Wedge XT stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2800% 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$98.99Most expensive
Weight
75.4 g (2.66 oz)Heaviest
74.3 g (2.62 oz)Lightest
Length
104.6 mm (4.12 in)Shortest
108 mm (4.25 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmHighest output
500 lmLowest output
Max candela
19600 cdHighest candela
1900 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
280 m (919 ft)Highest
87 m (285 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3480 minLongest runtime
120 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 Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX7
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Anodized aircraft aluminum (AL6061-T6), scratch-resistant polycarbonate lens
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useEDCSituations requiring compact, bright flashlight with dual fuel compatibility
Everyday carryTactical useProfessional useLaw enforcementOutdoor activities
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 ergonomic designDurable anodized aluminum housingWaterproof and impact resistantGood runtime and brightness balanceEasy one-handed operationProgrammable modes and battery status indicator
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
None noted in provided sources
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