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Acebeam W30 vs Wuben X1

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

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Acebeam W30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben X1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben X1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 2300% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Wuben X1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam W30 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Acebeam W30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Wuben X1 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Acebeam W30 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Wuben X1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 2300% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Acebeam W30 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Wuben X1 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 43% 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 W30 — Beam distance: 2408 m (7900 ft)Acebeam W30 — Max candela: 1450000 cdAcebeam W30 — Weight: 332.3 g (11.72 oz)Acebeam W30 — Length: 199.1 mm (7.84 in)Acebeam W30 — Retail price: US$260Acebeam W30 — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Wuben X1 — Beam distance: 312 m (1024 ft)Wuben X1 — Max candela: 24336 cdWuben X1 — Weight: 386 g (13.62 oz)Wuben X1 — Length: 130 mm (5.12 in)Wuben X1 — Retail price: US$178Wuben X1 — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Specification
Price & carry
Retail price
US$260Most expensive
US$178Cheapest
Weight
332.3 g (11.72 oz)Lightest
386 g (13.62 oz)Heaviest
Length
199.1 mm (7.84 in)Longest
130 mm (5.12 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmLowest output
12000 lmHighest output
Max candela
1450000 cdHighest candela
24336 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
2408 m (7900 ft)Highest
312 m (1024 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
105 minShortest runtime
150 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 21700 Li-ion
21700 Lithium-ion
Charging type
USB-C recharge built-in battery
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP55
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
A6061-T6 high-quality aluminum alloy
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
▣Ultra Long Range Illumination▣Search And Rescue▣Location Positioning▣Hunting With Red Filter▣Long Distance Target Illumination
▣High Output Flood And Spot Beam▣Work Use▣EDC With High Brightness Needs▣Outdoor Activities
Common praise
✓Impressive Beam Distance And Intensity✓Solid And Attractive Build Quality✓Long Runtime For Its Class✓Dedicated Safety Features For Laser Use✓Includes Useful Accessories Like Red Filter And Tripod Compatibility
✓High Maximum Output With Stable Regulation Thanks To Smart Cooling Fan✓Solid Build Quality With A Unique Rectangular Shape That Prevents Rolling✓Multiple Beam Modes And Programmable Brightness Levels✓Good Runtime Performance Relative To High Output✓Convenient USB C Onboard Charging✓Includes Lanyard And Holster✓Batteries Included
Common complaints
⚠Beam Is Very Narrow, Limiting Close Range Utility⚠Some Find Body Surface Slippery⚠High Price Relative To Typical LED Flashlights⚠Not Designed For General EDC Everyday Use⚠Beam Visible In Air Can Compromise Stealth
⚠Unusual Rectangular Shape May Feel Bulky Or Less Ergonomic To Some⚠No Official Ip Water Resistance Rating Due To Fan⚠Switch Can Be Mushy And Produce A Popping Sound⚠No Very Low 'moonlight' Mode⚠Fan Operation Audible Under Load⚠Lanyard Quality Not Premium⚠No Clip Included For Pocket Carry

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