Comparison Console
Acebeam UC25 vs SureFire EDCL2-T
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
SureFire EDCL2-T stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam UC25 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam UC25 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 158% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam UC25 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire EDCL2-T stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire EDCL2-T stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC25 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire EDCL2-T stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC25 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 158% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire EDCL2-T stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC25 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 6800% 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$164.95Cheapest
US$265Most expensive
Weight
137.9 g (4.86 oz)Heaviest
118 g (4.16 oz)Lightest
Length
142 mm (5.59 in)Shortest
148 mm (5.83 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3100 lmHighest output
1200 lmLowest output
Max candela
7569 cdLowest candela
11300 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
174 m (571 ft)Lowest
210 m (689 ft)Highest
Max runtime
4140 minLongest runtime
60 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 3.7V 3000mAh polymer battery
Two CR123A (123A) batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IP65
IPX7
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
AL6061-T6 aerospace-grade aluminum with hard-anodized finish
High-strength aerospace aluminum, Mil-Spec hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Tactical useOutdoor activitiesProfessional tasksHands-free operation
Everyday carryProfessional useTactical applications
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
Very bright high output with effective beam distanceLightweight and compact design suitable for everyday carrySmooth, intuitive dual-stage tailcap switchDurable construction with IPX7 water resistance
Common complaints
No clear complaints found in provided sources
Metal clip edge may scratch surfaces such as car paint or leather