Comparison Console
Acebeam UC3A 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 cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam UC3A stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 400% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam UC3A stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1728% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben E18 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E18 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 400% 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 UC3A stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1728% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E18 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 36% 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$34.9Most expensive
US$28Cheapest
Weight
63 g (2.22 oz)
63 g (2.22 oz)
Length
71.5 mm (2.81 in)Shortest
97 mm (3.82 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
900 lmHighest output
180 lmLowest output
Max candela
1806 cdHighest candela
1768 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
85 m (279 ft)Highest
84.1 m (276 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3180 minLongest runtime
174 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
10440 USB-C rechargeable Li-ion; also compatible with AAA battery
1xAA alkaline or NiMH
Charging type
USB-C charging for included 10440 battery
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IP68
IP68 (claimed)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aerospace-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum with hard-anodized finish
Aluminum body with diamond knurling
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Keychain carryCampingSignalingEmergency kitsBackup flashlight useDog walkingBag or glove box carry
EDCCampingGeneral purpose handheld use
Common praise
Compact and lightweight design (63g)High maximum brightness (900 lumens) for sizeVersatile RGB side light with multiple colors and modesDual switches for main and auxiliary lightsUSB-C rechargeable included 10440 battery with AAA compatibilityDurable aerospace-grade aluminum body with IP68 ratingMagnetic tailcap for hands-free useLong runtime on lower modesWide 270° beam angle on side RGB light
Good build qualityComfortable diamond knurlingSimple and effective user interfaceQuiet mechanical switch with positive actionReverse clicky allows mode changes during operation
Common complaints
Limited runtime at highest brightness due to step-downMain LEDs have low CRI (~70)Cannot use main and side lights simultaneouslySwitches have a slightly 'dead' feel in the middleNo mode memory for moonlight, turbo, and strobe modes
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