Comparison Console
Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 vs Wuben E18
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wuben E18 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 456% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1900% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben E18 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E18 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 456% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E18 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1900% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E18 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 1% 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
Unknown
US$28
Weight
65.8 g (2.32 oz)Heaviest
63 g (2.22 oz)Lightest
Length
96 mm (3.78 in)Shortest
97 mm (3.82 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmHighest output
180 lmLowest output
Max candela
2756 cdHighest candela
1768 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
105 m (344 ft)Highest
84.1 m (276 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3480 minLongest runtime
174 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 14500 rechargeable lithium-ion or 1x AA alkaline/Ni-MH
1xAA alkaline or NiMH
Charging type
USB-C (battery)
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IP68
IP68 (claimed)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
AL6061-T6 aluminium alloy with HAIII hard-anodised finish
Aluminum body with diamond knurling
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)Outdoor activitiesEmergency situations
EDCCampingGeneral purpose handheld use
Common praise
Compact and lightweightDurable construction with IP68 ratingGood maximum output and beam distanceMultiple brightness levels with memory functionUSB-C rechargeable battery included and AA compatibleFidget clip feature appreciated by users with ADHD/autism
Good build qualityComfortable diamond knurlingSimple and effective user interfaceQuiet mechanical switch with positive actionReverse clicky allows mode changes during operation
Common complaints
Forward-clicky switch not preferred by all usersNo built-in charging on the flashlight body, charging in battery onlyPWM usage on all modes (though not very noticeable)
Does not support 14500 lithium-ion cellsHigh beam stepdown after initial runtimeCool white Cree XP-G3 LED not favored by enthusiastsNo onboard chargingTail switch design prevents stable tailstanding