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Acebeam L17 vs Wuben C2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wuben C2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben C2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben C2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben C2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L17 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben C2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L17 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L17 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben C2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L17 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben C2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 417% 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$81.79Most expensive
US$70Cheapest
Weight
199 g (7.02 oz)Heaviest
190 g (6.70 oz)Lightest
Length
140.5 mm (5.53 in)Longest
129 mm (5.08 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1400 lmLowest output
2000 lmHighest output
Max candela
160801 cdHighest candela
32000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
802 m (2631 ft)Highest
358 m (1175 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3480 minShortest runtime
18000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 Li-ion battery (included)
21700 Lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
A6061-T6 aerospace-grade aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
6063 aluminium alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical UseHuntingLong Range Illumination
Everyday CarryOutdoor ActivitiesEmergency KitDog Walking At Night
Common praise
Impressive Beam Throw (up To 802 Meters In White Version)Compact And Ergonomic DesignSilent Electronic Tail SwitchRobust Build Quality And Ip68 WaterproofingAvailable In Useful Colored LED Options For Hunting
High Brightness Relative To SizePower Bank CapabilityDurable Anodized Aluminum ConstructionIp68 Waterproof RatingReady To Run Package With Included Battery And Charging CableMultiple Usable Modes With Memory FunctionGood Grip With Milled Pattern BodyIlluminated Switch With Battery And Charging Indicators
Common complaints
Significant Heat Buildup On Turbo Mode Requiring CautionLarge Brightness Step Between High And Turbo ModesLack Of Knurling For Enhanced Grip
Cool White 6500k Tint May Be Too Cool For Some UsersSlightly Chunky For Its LengthNo Explicit Mention Of Candela ValueLimited Information On Ui Beyond Modes
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