Comparison Console
Acebeam EC20 vs Wuben E8
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wuben E8 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC20 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC20 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 115% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam EC20 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E8 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E8 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC20 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E8 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC20 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 115% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E8 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC20 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, 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$60Cheapest
US$67Most expensive
Weight
116 g (4.09 oz)Heaviest
90 g (3.17 oz)Lightest
Length
110 mm (4.33 in)Longest
91 mm (3.58 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2800 lmHighest output
1300 lmLowest output
Max candela
34225 cdHighest candela
3000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
370 m (1214 ft)Highest
110 m (361 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
2160 minLongest runtime
2100 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 rechargeable lithium-ion; compatible with 2 x CR123A
14500 rechargeable battery or standard AA battery
Charging type
Via included 18650 battery with USB-C port (no built-in charging in light)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2m/30min)
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aluminum alloy (6061-T6) with HAIII hard anodizing; Ti and stainless steel options available
Aluminum alloy body with plastic scales
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor activities such as campingMulti-use illumination with variable LED optionsUsers needing throw up to 370 meters
EDC enthusiastsCampingOutdoor useDaily carry
Common praise
Compact and sleek tube design with good build qualityMultiple LED options for different lighting needsStrong throw and high output relative to sizeIncludes rechargeable battery with USB-C chargingGood grip and secure collar-style pocket clipNo PWM flicker on output modes
Compact and lightweightGood brightness with neutral white LEDsCustomizable appearance with magnetic scalesSupports both rechargeable 14500 and standard AA batteriesIP68 waterproof and good impact resistanceMagnetic tailcap and M4 mounting for hands-free use
Common complaints
No built-in charging in the flashlight itselfMechanical lockout not possible due to unanodized threadsBlue anodized finish may wear faster with useRGB lighting is basic and can be annoying to useLockout procedure is long and can be unintuitive
UV mode included in main modes can complicate UINo shortcut to skip modesUV beam performance unimpressive with visible light spillButton feels cheap and rattly
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