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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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