Comparison Console
Acebeam UC3A vs Fenix E12
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix E12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E12 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam UC3A stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 463% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix E12 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 131% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 463% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 32% 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$34.9Most expensive
US$25.04Cheapest
Weight
63 g (2.22 oz)Heaviest
27.3 g (0.96 oz)Lightest
Length
71.5 mm (2.81 in)Shortest
76.6 mm (3.02 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
900 lmHighest output
160 lmLowest output
Max candela
1806 cdLowest candela
1936 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
85 m (279 ft)Highest
68 m (223 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3180 minShortest runtime
4200 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
10440 USB-C rechargeable Li-ion; also compatible with AAA battery
Single AA (NiMH or alkaline)
Charging type
USB-C charging for included 10440 battery
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Unknown
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aerospace-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum with hard-anodized finish
A6061-T6 aluminium with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Keychain carryCampingSignalingEmergency kitsBackup flashlight useDog walkingBag or glove box carry
Everyday carryCampingGeneral hiking useBeginners and kidsProfessional spare EDC
Common praise
Compact and lightweight design (63g)High maximum brightness (900 lumens) for sizeVersatile RGB side light with multiple colors and modesDual switches for main and auxiliary lightsUSB-C rechargeable included 10440 battery with AAA compatibilityDurable aerospace-grade aluminum body with IP68 ratingMagnetic tailcap for hands-free useLong runtime on lower modesWide 270° beam angle on side RGB light
Compact and lightweightDurable aircraft-grade aluminum buildSimple and easy to use single tail switchGood beam quality with soft, balanced floodLong runtime on low modeIP68 rated water and dust resistance
Common complaints
Limited runtime at highest brightness due to step-downMain LEDs have low CRI (~70)Cannot use main and side lights simultaneouslySwitches have a slightly 'dead' feel in the middleNo mode memory for moonlight, turbo, and strobe modes
No strobe or SOS modesNo memory functionNo included pocket clipBeam distance shorter than some competitors
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