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Acebeam UC3A vs Fenix LD20

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Fenix LD20 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam UC3A stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 400% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam UC3A stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2550% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Lightest

Fenix LD20 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Acebeam UC3A stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix LD20 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam UC3A stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 400% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Fenix LD20 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Acebeam UC3A stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2550% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Acebeam UC3A stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

Fenix LD20 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 122% 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.

Acebeam UC3A — Beam distance: 85 m (279 ft)Acebeam UC3A — Weight: 63 g (2.22 oz)Acebeam UC3A — Length: 71.5 mm (2.81 in)Acebeam UC3A — Max lumens: 900 lmAcebeam UC3A — Max runtime: 3180 minAcebeam UC3A — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Fenix LD20 — Beam distance: 140 m (459 ft)Fenix LD20 — Weight: 56 g (1.98 oz)Fenix LD20 — Length: 159 mm (6.26 in)Fenix LD20 — Max lumens: 180 lmFenix LD20 — Max runtime: 120 minFenix LD20 — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Beam distanceWeightLengthMax lumensMax runtimeImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$34.9
Unknown
Weight
63 g (2.22 oz)Heaviest
56 g (1.98 oz)Lightest
Length
71.5 mm (2.81 in)Shortest
159 mm (6.26 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
900 lmHighest output
180 lmLowest output
Max candela
1806 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
85 m (279 ft)Lowest
140 m (459 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3180 minLongest runtime
120 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
10440 USB-C rechargeable Li-ion; also compatible with AAA battery
2 x AA (Alkaline, Ni-MH, Lithium)
Charging type
USB-C charging for included 10440 battery
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IP68
IPX-8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aerospace-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum with hard-anodized finish
T6 aircraft-grade aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Keychain carryCampingSignalingEmergency kitsBackup flashlight useDog walkingBag or glove box carry
General useEDCOutdoor useSearch and rescueHikingHunting
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 easy to carryWide range of brightness levelsDigitally regulated brightnessUses common AA batteriesDurable aircraft-grade aluminum bodyWaterproof (IPX-8)
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
Difficult to operate with glovesAnti-roll design is not perfect9 lumens low mode is too bright for some users

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