Comparison Console
Acebeam X25 vs Wuben A9
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Wuben A9 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben A9 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X25 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben A9 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X25 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A9 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X25 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 140% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A9 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X25 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X25 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A9 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 5259% 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$390Most expensive
US$249.99Cheapest
Weight
1073 g (37.85 oz)Heaviest
447 g (15.77 oz)Lightest
Length
158 mm (6.22 in)Shortest
215 mm (8.46 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
23000 lmHighest output
12000 lmLowest output
Max candela
602952 cdHighest candela
40900 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1553 m (5095 ft)Highest
420 m (1378 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
618 minShortest runtime
33120 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in rechargeable Li-ion battery pack (14.4V/4250mAh) or removable holder with 4 x 21700 5000mAh Li-ion batteries
Custom 10200mAh 7.2V Li-ion battery pack
Charging type
USB-C fast charging (60W, 1.5 hours for battery pack version)
USB-C charging on battery, 5V 2A max input
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Aluminum alloy with HA-III anodizing coating
Aircraft-grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Search and rescueExploringCamping with atmospheric RGB lightingLong-range illumination
Search and rescueOutdoor explorationExtreme conditions use
Common praise
Very high output and long beam distanceRGB lighting for atmospheric effectsFast USB-C charging on battery pack versionRobust build with durable materials and IP68 ratingDual switch interface with mechanical lock for safety
High maximum brightness with three Cree XHP70.2 LEDsLong runtime up to 23 days on low modeDurable aircraft-grade aluminum body with IP68 waterproofingMultiple lighting modes including strobe and SOSSmart switch with mode memory and lockout functionality
Common complaints
Large and heavy, not pocket-friendlyBattery holder version requires external charging of cellsSomewhat complex UI with multiple modes
Customized battery can be inconvenient as a proprietary packCharging is slow due to limited 5V 2A inputLarge size and weight may be bulky for some usersHead unscrewing and switch placement can make accessing battery tricky
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