Comparison Console
Acebeam W30 vs Nitecore TM28
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam W30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam W30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM28 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1100% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam W30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam W30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam W30 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1100% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam W30 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 56986% 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$260Cheapest
US$399.95Most expensive
Weight
332.3 g (11.72 oz)Lightest
414.7 g (14.63 oz)Heaviest
Length
199.1 mm (7.84 in)Longest
142 mm (5.59 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmLowest output
6000 lmHighest output
Max candela
1450000 cdHighest candela
107200 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
2408 m (7900 ft)Highest
655 m (2149 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
105 minShortest runtime
59940 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 21700 Li-ion
4x 3100mAh IMR 18650 rechargeable Li-ion batteries
Charging type
USB-C recharge built-in battery
AC adapter with intelligent charging circuit
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (submersible)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
A6061-T6 high-quality aluminum alloy
Aerospace grade aluminium alloy with HAIII hard anodised finish
Use case profile
Best for
Ultra-long-range illuminationSearch and rescueLocation positioningHunting with red filterLong distance target illumination
Search and rescueCampingPhotographyOutdoor useTactical applications
Common praise
Impressive beam distance and intensitySolid and attractive build qualityLong runtime for its classDedicated safety features for laser useIncludes useful accessories like red filter and tripod compatibility
Very bright output with high lumen countLong beam distance and intensityIntelligent charging and OLED status displayMultiple brightness and special modesDurable, waterproof design
Common complaints
Beam is very narrow, limiting close range utilitySome find body surface slipperyHigh price relative to typical LED flashlightsNot designed for general EDC everyday useBeam visible in air can compromise stealth
Heavy weight for pocket carryRelatively large size
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