Comparison Console
Acebeam UC3A vs Wuben PL01
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wuben PL01 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben PL01 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam UC3A stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben PL01 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben PL01 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben PL01 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben PL01 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 136% 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$20Cheapest
Weight
63 g (2.22 oz)Heaviest
45 g (1.59 oz)Lightest
Length
71.5 mm (2.81 in)Shortest
135 mm (5.31 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
900 lmHighest output
650 lmLowest output
Max candela
1806 cdHighest candela
1686 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
85 m (279 ft)Highest
82 m (269 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3180 minShortest runtime
7500 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
10440 USB-C rechargeable Li-ion; also compatible with AAA battery
1x 10880 Li-ion or 2x AAA cells
Charging type
USB-C charging for included 10440 battery
USB-C (on-cell)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aerospace-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum with hard-anodized finish
Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Keychain carryCampingSignalingEmergency kitsBackup flashlight useDog walkingBag or glove box carry
Everyday carryDaily commuteBusiness tripCampingOutdoor workTravelEmergenciesInspectionHands-free lighting with clip
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
High CRI (>90) neutral white lightLow price and good valueCompact and lightweight designDual power option using 10880 Li-ion or AAA batteriesGood waterproof and impact resistance
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
Output slightly lower than claimedPositive DUV tint (slightly greenish)