Comparison Console
Acebeam UC25 vs Fenix E28R V2.0
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam UC25 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC25 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 154% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC25 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC25 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC25 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 277% 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$164.95Most expensive
US$64.95Cheapest
Weight
137.9 g (4.86 oz)Heaviest
128 g (4.52 oz)Lightest
Length
142 mm (5.59 in)Longest
121 mm (4.76 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3100 lmHighest output
1700 lmLowest output
Max candela
7569 cdLowest candela
18588 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
174 m (571 ft)Lowest
273 m (896 ft)Highest
Max runtime
4140 minShortest runtime
15600 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 3.7V 3000mAh polymer battery
1×18650 lithium-ion (ARB-L18-3400) or 2×CR123A
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP65
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
AL6061-T6 aerospace-grade aluminum with hard-anodized finish
Aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Tactical useOutdoor activitiesProfessional tasksHands-free operation
Everyday carry (EDC)Daily commutingCampingHikingHands-free use with magnetic tail
Common praise
Versatile multi-light sources for various tasksCompact and lightweight for easy everyday carryDurable with IP65 rating and 1.5 meter impact resistanceIntuitive triple switch interfaceUSB-C rechargeable battery with battery level indicatorMagnetic tail cap for hands-free use
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
No clear complaints found in provided sources
Slightly heavy for pocket carryTailcap is glued and only removable by tailNo included pouchBeam tint cooler and CRI moderate
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