Comparison Console
Acebeam UC25 vs Streamlight MegaStream USB
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam UC25 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight MegaStream USB stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam UC25 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight MegaStream USB stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC25 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC25 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MegaStream USB stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MegaStream USB stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC25 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MegaStream USB stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC25 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 431% 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$148Cheapest
Weight
137.9 g (4.86 oz)Lightest
153 g (5.40 oz)Heaviest
Length
142 mm (5.59 in)Longest
134 mm (5.28 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3100 lmHighest output
1800 lmLowest output
Max candela
7569 cdLowest candela
26000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
174 m (571 ft)Lowest
322 m (1056 ft)Highest
Max runtime
4140 minLongest runtime
780 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 3.7V 3000mAh polymer battery
SL-B34 rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C charging port accessible without removing the battery
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP65
IPX7 waterproof to 1m for 30 minutes
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
AL6061-T6 aerospace-grade aluminum with hard-anodized finish
Machined anodized aluminum alloy body with unbreakable polycarbonate lens
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Tactical useOutdoor activitiesProfessional tasksHands-free operation
Everyday carryOutdoor useHigh-lumen requirement
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
Compact size with high outputSmooth and focused beamConvenient USB-C charging without battery removalDurable machined aluminum buildLong runtime on low settings
Common complaints
No clear complaints found in provided sources
Charging port cover prone to opening accidentallyPocket clip not securely attachedHigh output can be too bright for close work