Comparison Console
Acebeam H17 2.0 vs Wuben H5
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wuben H5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben H5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 400% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben H5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben H5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben H5 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 400% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben H5 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1600% 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$50Cheapest
Weight
73 g (2.57 oz)Heaviest
63 g (2.22 oz)Lightest
Length
79 mm (3.11 in)Longest
72 mm (2.83 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2000 lmHighest output
400 lmLowest output
Max candela
4096 cdHighest candela
1338 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
128 m (420 ft)Highest
73 m (240 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
10200 minLongest runtime
600 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18350 USB-C Lithium-ion rechargeable battery
1 x AA / 1 x 14500 rechargeable
Charging type
USB-C, 5V 1.5A fast charging, about 1 hour full charge
USB-C charging cable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible for 30 minutes)
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aerospace-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive and corrosion-resistant finish
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Night running and joggingCamping and hikingOutdoor work and repairsTactical and emergency useEveryday carry for high-CRI lighting needs
Everyday Carry (EDC)Hands-free headlamp useMulti-directional lighting with clip
Common praise
High CRI 4000K neutral white LEDs provide natural, comfortable light suitable for long useCompact and lightweight design (73g) with included rechargeable 18350 batteryFast USB-C charging with full charge in about 1 hourMultiple modes including six brightness levels, strobe, SOS, beacon, and stepless dimmingDurable aerospace-grade aluminum body with excellent waterproof and impact resistanceConvenient magnetic tailcap and versatile clip for many carry optionsVery long runtime in moonlight mode (up to 170 hours)
Versatile multifunctional design with 360° rotatable clipGood build quality and reliable outputIP68 water resistance and 1.5m impact resistanceBright 400 lumen max output with regulated driverComfortable and secure headband for most activities
Common complaints
Turbo runtime on max output limited to about 30 seconds before stepping downNo detailed specification for exact switch type in sourcesNot suitable for users requiring very long maximum output turbo runtime without steps down
Headlamp strap design may not be ideal for joggingClip removal requires unscrewing tailcapNo strobe mode, only SOS blinky