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Acebeam EC20 vs Wuben L3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam EC20 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben L3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben L3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben L3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC20 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC20 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben L3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC20 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben L3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC20 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben L3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 233% 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$60Most expensive
US$49.99Cheapest
Weight
116 g (4.09 oz)Lightest
180.7 g (6.37 oz)Heaviest
Length
110 mm (4.33 in)Shortest
138 mm (5.43 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2800 lmLowest output
3000 lmHighest output
Max candela
34225 cdHighest candela
12800 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
370 m (1214 ft)Highest
226 m (741 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
2160 minShortest runtime
7200 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 rechargeable lithium-ion; compatible with 2 x CR123A
21700 Li-ion
Charging type
Via included 18650 battery with USB-C port (no built-in charging in light)
USB-C 18W
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2m/30min)
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aluminum alloy (6061-T6) with HAIII hard anodizing; Ti and stainless steel options available
Aluminium
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor activities such as campingMulti-use illumination with variable LED optionsUsers needing throw up to 370 meters
Tactical useOutdoor activitiesDog walkingEveryday 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
High max output of 3000 lumensGood sustained output and thermal regulationFast USB-C charging with powerbank featureCompact and lightweight design for a 21700 lightReliable build quality and anodized finishConvenient mode memory and versatile user interfaceIncludes accessories like belt clip and lanyard
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
Tint has low CRI and a greenish hueTurbo mode is only momentary, not constantMode order cycling can be confusingButton can be stiff and somewhat recessedNo mechanical lockout, some standby drain possible
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