Comparison Console
Acebeam TAC AA vs ThruNite T1S
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite T1S stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite T1S stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite T1S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite T1S 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.
ThruNite T1S stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1S stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1017% 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$30Cheapest
Weight
75.4 g (2.66 oz)Heaviest
63 g (2.22 oz)Lightest
Length
104.6 mm (4.12 in)Longest
69.5 mm (2.74 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
1212 lmHighest output
Max candela
19600 cdHighest candela
8460 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
280 m (919 ft)Highest
184 m (604 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3480 minShortest runtime
38880 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 14500 rechargeable lithium-ion battery included, compatible with AA alkaline or NiMH batteries
18350
Charging type
USB-C charging on included battery (not built into flashlight)
USB-C PD compatible
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 6061-T6
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useEDCSituations requiring compact, bright flashlight with dual fuel compatibility
EDC useCompact portable lightHands-free use with magnetic tail and clip
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 size and light weightPowerful max output for sizeUSB-C PD chargingNon-proprietary batteryMagnetic tailcap and dual-directional clip for hands-free useGood build quality and anodized aluminum body
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
Green tint shifts on lower brightness modesPlastic concave TIR optic is prone to scratchingLimited to cool white SST-40 LEDDoes not have glass lensClip design not preferred by some
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