Comparison Console
Acebeam UC3A vs Wuben E7
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam UC3A stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben E7 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben E7 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben E7 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E7 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E7 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E7 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, 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$24Cheapest
Weight
63 g (2.22 oz)Lightest
80 g (2.82 oz)Heaviest
Length
71.5 mm (2.81 in)Longest
61 mm (2.40 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
900 lmLowest output
1800 lmHighest output
Max candela
1806 cdLowest candela
4356 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
85 m (279 ft)Lowest
132 m (433 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3180 minShortest runtime
4320 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
10440 USB-C rechargeable Li-ion; also compatible with AAA battery
18350 or 18650 lithium-ion battery
Charging type
USB-C charging for included 10440 battery
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aerospace-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum with hard-anodized finish
Aircraft-grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)Keychain CarryCampingSignalingEmergency KitsBackup Flashlight UseDog WalkingBag Or Glove Box Carry
Everyday Carry (EDC)Outdoor ActivitiesCampingRescueHeadlamp 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
Compact And Stylish DesignHigh Output Up To 1800 LumensMagnetic Tailcap For Versatile MountingWaterproof To Ip68 StandardRechargeable Via USB CMultiple Lighting Modes With Mode MemoryCompatible With 18350 Or 18650 Batteries For Extended Runtime
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
Low Cri Osram P9 Leds (mostly 6500k)Lack Of Electronic Lockout, Requiring Physical Tailcap Lockout To Prevent Accidental Activation18650 Extension Tube Alignment And Threading IssuesOptional Accessories Required For Headlamp Use (headband)
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