Comparison Console
Acebeam X45 vs Wuben A9
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wuben A9 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X45 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X45 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam X45 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A9 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A9 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X45 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A9 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X45 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X45 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A9 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 78% 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$234.9Cheapest
US$249.99Most expensive
Weight
535 g (18.87 oz)Heaviest
447 g (15.77 oz)Lightest
Length
156.7 mm (6.17 in)Shortest
215 mm (8.46 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
18000 lmHighest output
12000 lmLowest output
Max candela
109000 cdHighest candela
40900 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
660 m (2165 ft)Highest
420 m (1378 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
18600 minShortest runtime
33120 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4 x 18650 Lithium-Ion (IMR) batteries
Custom 10200mAh 7.2V Li-ion battery pack
Charging type
Unknown
USB-C charging on battery, 5V 2A max input
Rechargeable
Unknown
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (submersible to 2m / 6.6')
IP68
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish, ultra-clear tempered glass with AR coating, stainless steel crenelated bezel
Aircraft-grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Search and rescueCampingHuntingSelf-drivingOutdoor illumination
Search and rescueOutdoor explorationExtreme conditions use
Common praise
Extremely bright outputDigitally regulated output maintains consistent brightnessDurable build quality with aircraft grade aluminum and toughened glassMulti-mode output including strobe and fireflyLong battery runtimes on lower modes
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
Can get hot on max output leading to step downHeavy weight for EDC at 535 gramsUser reports of customer service issues with warranty and import duties
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