Comparison Console
Acebeam UC3A vs Fenix UC30
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam UC3A stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam UC3A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix UC30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 183% 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$34.9Cheapest
US$59.95Most expensive
Weight
63 g (2.22 oz)Lightest
77 g (2.72 oz)Heaviest
Length
71.5 mm (2.81 in)Shortest
130 mm (5.12 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
900 lmLowest output
1000 lmHighest output
Max candela
1806 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
85 m (279 ft)Lowest
253 m (830 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3180 minShortest runtime
9000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
10440 USB-C rechargeable Li-ion; also compatible with AAA battery
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion or 2x CR123A Lithium batteries
Charging type
USB-C charging for included 10440 battery
Micro USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (submersible up to 2 meters for 30 minutes)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aerospace-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum with hard-anodized finish
Aircraft-grade aluminum with type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Keychain carryCampingSignalingEmergency kitsBackup flashlight useDog walkingBag or glove box carry
Everyday carryOutdoor activitiesProfessional use
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 solid build qualityHigh maximum brightness of 1000 lumensMultiple output levels with strobeUSB rechargeable with included batteryWaterproof and dust proof with IPX8 ratingStainless steel side switch with battery indicatorGood battery life and regulated output
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
Turbo mode automatically downshifts after 3 minutesNo integrated pocket clipWeight excludes battery
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