Comparison Console
Acebeam UC20 vs Fenix E28R V2.0
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam UC20 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam UC20 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam UC20 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC20 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC20 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC20 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 313% 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$59.9Cheapest
US$64.95Most expensive
Weight
82 g (2.89 oz)Lightest
128 g (4.52 oz)Heaviest
Length
132 mm (5.20 in)Longest
121 mm (4.76 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
1700 lmHighest output
Max candela
12100 cdLowest candela
18588 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
220 m (722 ft)Lowest
273 m (896 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3780 minShortest runtime
15600 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 1000mAh Li-polymer rechargeable battery
1×18650 lithium-ion (ARB-L18-3400) or 2×CR123A
Charging type
USB-C 5V 1A, ~1.2 hours to full charge
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2m/30min)
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryVersatile lighting tasksCleanliness inspection (UV light)Outdoor night activities (red light)
Everyday carry (EDC)Daily commutingCampingHikingHands-free use with magnetic tail
Common praise
Versatile 3-in-1 lighting (white, red, UV)Compact and lightweight designGood build quality with durable aluminum bodyUSB-C fast chargingInstant access to Turbo mode via tail switch
High output for sizeVersatile lighting modes including warning lightsUSB-C fast chargingSolid build quality and finishMagnetic tail for hands-free useGood runtime on lower modes
Common complaints
UV light output is relatively weak with visible purple spillNo mechanical lockout, making accidental activation in pockets possibleSome find the UI and mode access for red and UV modes unintuitive
Slightly heavy for pocket carryTailcap is glued and only removable by tailNo included pouchBeam tint cooler and CRI moderate
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