Acebeam Terminator M1 2.0 vs Weltool W3Pro TAC
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Quick take: The Acebeam Terminator M1 2.0 costs $8 less; the Acebeam Terminator M1 2.0 is brighter (3,900 vs 930 lm); the Acebeam Terminator M1 2.0 throws farther (1620m vs 1479m).
| Spec | Acebeam Terminator M1 2.0 | Weltool W3Pro TAC |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $290 | $298 |
| Rating | — | — |
| Type | Thrower | Thrower |
| Lumens | 3,900 lm | 930 lm |
| Candela | 656,100 cd | 547,500 cd |
| Beam distance | 1620m | 1479m |
| Runtime | 3 hrs (high) | |
| Battery | 21700 | 21700 |
| LED | 4x LED + Zoomable LEP | LEP (Laser Excited Phosphor) 5700-6700K |
| Beam type | Balanced | Throw |
| Modes | 6 Stepped | 3 Stepped (hidden Low/Strobe) |
| UI | Dual Switch | Tail Switch |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP67 |
| CRI | 70 | |
| Weight | 11.4 oz | 8.5 oz (with battery) |
| Dimensions | 4.3 x 2.5 in | 6.4 x 1.3 in |
| Warranty | 10 Year | 2 Year |
What owners report
Acebeam Terminator M1 2.0
- ✓True hybrid — LED flood and LEP throw in one body
- ✓The LEP element is focusable from 3 to 16 degrees, which nothing else offers
- ✓1,600 m of LEP throw, roughly an unobstructed mile
- ✓3,500 lumens of LED flood for close and mid-range work
- ✓Top-notch build, and good value at around $280 for a unique capability
- ✗The LED and LEP can't be used at the same time
- ✗No indicator of which source is selected while the light is off
- ✗It rocks when laid on its side because the heads are different widths
- ✗The lanyard is too short to wear round the neck
- ✗One owner reported artefacts forming inside the LEP focusing lens over time