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Acebeam L18 vs Wuben L1

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Wuben L1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben L1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben L1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Wuben L1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam L18 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Wuben L1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Acebeam L18 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Acebeam L18 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Wuben L1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Wuben L1 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

Acebeam L18 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 18% 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.

Acebeam L18 — Beam distance: 1000 m (3281 ft)Acebeam L18 — Max candela: 250000 cdAcebeam L18 — Weight: 220.5 g (7.78 oz)Acebeam L18 — Length: 154 mm (6.06 in)Acebeam L18 — Retail price: US$89.95Acebeam L18 — Max lumens: 1500 lmWuben L1 — Beam distance: 350 m (1148 ft)Wuben L1 — Max candela: 30625 cdWuben L1 — Weight: 170 g (6.00 oz)Wuben L1 — Length: 130 mm (5.12 in)Wuben L1 — Retail price: US$79Wuben L1 — Max lumens: 2000 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Specification
Price & carry
Retail price
US$89.95Most expensive
US$79Cheapest
Weight
220.5 g (7.78 oz)Heaviest
170 g (6.00 oz)Lightest
Length
154 mm (6.06 in)Longest
130 mm (5.12 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1500 lmLowest output
2000 lmHighest output
Max candela
250000 cdHighest candela
30625 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1000 m (3281 ft)Highest
350 m (1148 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1353600 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-ion
21700
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range tactical useHuntingSearch and rescueLaw enforcementOutdoor adventures
EDC useCampingHikingMechanic workVersatile lighting needs
Common praise
Excellent long-range throw for sizeGood balance and gripHigh build quality with durable anodized aluminum bodyDual switch interface for tactical and everyday useLong runtime at low modes
Versatile dual-light sources with rotating headSolid build and anodized aluminum bodyStrong clip and magnet for multiple carry optionsOnboard charging with USB-C portIncluded high capacity 21700 battery
Common complaints
Battery not included in some packagesSide switch can be hard to find in the dark initially
Brightness output drops quickly after turbo mode startButtons are easy to press causing accidental activationUI differs between throw and flood channelsNo moonlight mode availableNo electrical lockout feature

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