Comparison Console
Acebeam UC20 vs Fenix UC30
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix UC30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam UC20 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. Fenix UC30 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 138% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam UC20 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC20 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC20 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 138% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC20 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 2% 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$59.95Most expensive
Weight
82 g (2.89 oz)Heaviest
77 g (2.72 oz)Lightest
Length
132 mm (5.20 in)Longest
130 mm (5.12 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lm
1000 lm
Max candela
12100 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
220 m (722 ft)Lowest
253 m (830 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3780 minShortest runtime
9000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 1000mAh Li-polymer rechargeable battery
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion or 2x CR123A Lithium batteries
Charging type
USB-C 5V 1A, ~1.2 hours to full charge
Micro USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2m/30min)
IPX8 (submersible up to 2 meters for 30 minutes)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Aircraft-grade aluminum with type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryVersatile lighting tasksCleanliness inspection (UV light)Outdoor night activities (red light)
Everyday carryOutdoor activitiesProfessional use
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
Compact and solid build qualityHigh maximum brightness of 1000 lumensMultiple output levels with strobeUSB rechargeable with included batteryWaterproof and dust proof with IPX8 ratingStainless steel side switch with battery indicatorGood battery life and regulated output
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
Turbo mode automatically downshifts after 3 minutesNo integrated pocket clipWeight excludes battery