Comparison Console
Acebeam UC3A vs ThruNite T1S
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite T1S stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite T1S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite T1S stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1123% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite T1S stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1S stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1123% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1S stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 3% 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$30Cheapest
Weight
63 g (2.22 oz)
63 g (2.22 oz)
Length
71.5 mm (2.81 in)Longest
69.5 mm (2.74 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
900 lmLowest output
1212 lmHighest output
Max candela
1806 cdLowest candela
8460 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
85 m (279 ft)Lowest
184 m (604 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3180 minShortest runtime
38880 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
10440 USB-C rechargeable Li-ion; also compatible with AAA battery
18350
Charging type
USB-C charging for included 10440 battery
USB-C PD compatible
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
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
Aluminum 6061-T6
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Keychain carryCampingSignalingEmergency kitsBackup flashlight useDog walkingBag or glove box carry
EDC useCompact portable lightHands-free use with magnetic tail and clip
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 size and light weightPowerful max output for sizeUSB-C PD chargingNon-proprietary batteryMagnetic tailcap and dual-directional clip for hands-free useGood build quality and anodized aluminum body
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
Green tint shifts on lower brightness modesPlastic concave TIR optic is prone to scratchingLimited to cool white SST-40 LEDDoes not have glass lensClip design not preferred by some
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