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Acebeam X45 vs Nitecore TM28
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X45 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X45 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 200% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam X45 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X45 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X45 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 200% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X45 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 222% 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$234.9Cheapest
US$399.95Most expensive
Weight
535 g (18.87 oz)Heaviest
414.7 g (14.63 oz)Lightest
Length
156.7 mm (6.17 in)Longest
142 mm (5.59 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
18000 lmHighest output
6000 lmLowest output
Max candela
109000 cdHighest candela
107200 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
660 m (2165 ft)Highest
655 m (2149 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
18600 minShortest runtime
59940 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4 x 18650 Lithium-Ion (IMR) batteries
4x 3100mAh IMR 18650 rechargeable Li-ion batteries
Charging type
Unknown
AC adapter with intelligent charging circuit
Rechargeable
Unknown
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (submersible to 2m / 6.6')
IPX8 (submersible)
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish, ultra-clear tempered glass with AR coating, stainless steel crenelated bezel
Aerospace grade aluminium alloy with HAIII hard anodised finish
Use case profile
Best for
Search and rescueCampingHuntingSelf-drivingOutdoor illumination
Search and rescueCampingPhotographyOutdoor useTactical applications
Common praise
Extremely bright outputDigitally regulated output maintains consistent brightnessDurable build quality with aircraft grade aluminum and toughened glassMulti-mode output including strobe and fireflyLong battery runtimes on lower modes
Very bright output with high lumen countLong beam distance and intensityIntelligent charging and OLED status displayMultiple brightness and special modesDurable, waterproof design
Common complaints
Can get hot on max output leading to step downHeavy weight for EDC at 535 gramsUser reports of customer service issues with warranty and import duties
Heavy weight for pocket carryRelatively large size
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