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Acebeam UC25 vs Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam UC25 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 520% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC25 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC25 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC25 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 520% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC25 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1740% 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$127Cheapest
Weight
137.9 g (4.86 oz)Heaviest
136 g (4.80 oz)Lightest
Length
142 mm (5.59 in)Longest
112.5 mm (4.43 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3100 lmHighest output
500 lmLowest output
Max candela
7569 cdHighest candela
7000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
174 m (571 ft)Highest
167 m (548 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
4140 minLongest runtime
225 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 3.7V 3000mAh polymer battery
SL-B26 rechargeable Li-Ion USB battery pack; also accepts CR123A lithium batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB rechargeable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP65
IPX7
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
AL6061-T6 aerospace-grade aluminum with hard-anodized finish
High-impact, super-tough nylon polymer
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)Tactical UseOutdoor ActivitiesProfessional TasksHands Free Operation
Right Angle Flashlight UseHands Free Lighting When Attached To GearProfessional, Industrial, And Outdoor Tasks
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
Bright 500 Lumen Output With Balanced BeamRugged And Waterproof DesignConvenient USB Rechargeable Battery And Multi Fuel CapabilityHands Free Use With Clip And D Ring Attachment
Common complaints
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