Comparison Console
Acebeam TAC AA vs Wurkkos TD04
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TD04 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 200% 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 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TD04 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TD04 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TD04 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 200% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TD04 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 272% 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$44.14Most expensive
Weight
75.4 g (2.66 oz)Lightest
80 g (2.82 oz)Heaviest
Length
104.6 mm (4.12 in)Shortest
137 mm (5.39 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
3000 lmHighest output
Max candela
19600 cdLowest candela
21800 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
280 m (919 ft)Lowest
295 m (968 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3480 minShortest runtime
12960 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 14500 rechargeable lithium-ion battery included, compatible with AA alkaline or NiMH batteries
21700 lithium-ion
Charging type
USB-C charging on included battery (not built into flashlight)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Anodized aircraft aluminum (AL6061-T6), scratch-resistant polycarbonate lens
Aerospace-grade 6061 aluminum alloy with hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useEDCSituations requiring compact, bright flashlight with dual fuel compatibility
Tactical missionsSecurity patrolsOutdoor survivalEveryday carryCampingHikingFishingHome backup lightingEmergency lighting
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
High maximum output of 3000 lumens with excellent measured 2300+ lumensGood build quality with aerospace-grade aluminum and anodized coatingConvenient USB-C charging with battery indicatorDual switch interface allowing mode memory and tactical useLightweight and compact size suitable for EDCDurability with IP68 waterproof rating and 1.5m impact resistance
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
Mechanical tail switch has some play and is not perfectly set into bodyTail switch prevents tailstanding due to switch protrusionUSB-C charging has some dropouts during charging but still acceptable
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