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Acebeam Terminator M1 vs Nitecore TM28
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam Terminator M1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam Terminator M1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM28 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam Terminator M1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Terminator M1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Terminator M1 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Terminator M1 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 36900% 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$279.9Cheapest
US$399.95Most expensive
Weight
305 g (10.76 oz)Lightest
414.7 g (14.63 oz)Heaviest
Length
104 mm (4.09 in)Shortest
142 mm (5.59 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3500 lmLowest output
6000 lmHighest output
Max candela
640000 cdHighest candela
107200 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1600 m (5249 ft)Highest
655 m (2149 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
162 minShortest runtime
59940 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-ion
4x 3100mAh IMR 18650 rechargeable Li-ion batteries
Charging type
USB-C on-cell
AC adapter with intelligent charging circuit
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (submersible)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy
Aerospace grade aluminium alloy with HAIII hard anodised finish
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range searchingEDC with both flood and throwSearch and rescueIndustrial applicationsHikingCave exploration
Search and rescueCampingPhotographyOutdoor useTactical applications
Common praise
Unique and versatile combination of zoomable LEP and LED lightsExcellent beam quality with high CRI LEDs and precise LEP spotlightCompact size for a dual-head 21700 flashlightGood build quality and durable materialsLong runtime and effective battery charging via USB-C
Very bright output with high lumen countLong beam distance and intensityIntelligent charging and OLED status displayMultiple brightness and special modesDurable, waterproof design
Common complaints
Cannot run LEP and LED simultaneouslyHeavier and larger than typical pocket EDC flashlightsNo indicator for which light source is active when offTailcap removal required for charging may lead to user inconvenienceLanyard could be longer for neck carryZoom operation may require two hands for some users
Heavy weight for pocket carryRelatively large size
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