Comparison Console
Acebeam X45 vs Wuben B1
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam X45 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben B1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X45 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 400% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben B1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X45 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X45 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben B1 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben B1 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X45 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 400% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben B1 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X45 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 761% 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$234.9Most expensive
US$179.95Cheapest
Weight
535 g (18.87 oz)Lightest
555 g (19.58 oz)Heaviest
Length
156.7 mm (6.17 in)Longest
53 mm (2.09 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
18000 lmHighest output
3600 lmLowest output
Max candela
109000 cdHighest candela
21462 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
660 m (2165 ft)Highest
179 m (587 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
18600 minLongest runtime
2160 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4 x 18650 Lithium-Ion (IMR) batteries
Built-in 6600mAh Lithium-ion (rechargeable)
Charging type
Unknown
USB
Rechargeable
Unknown
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (submersible to 2m / 6.6')
IP65
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish, ultra-clear tempered glass with AR coating, stainless steel crenelated bezel
Polycarbonate & Plastic
Use case profile
Best for
Search and rescueCampingHuntingSelf-drivingOutdoor illumination
Mountain bikingDirt roadsForest trailsNight ridingRural/highway commutingSecurity patrolsCampingWildlife conservation
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
Very bright output up to 3600 lumensLong beam distance with wide 180° spreadConvenient wireless remote controlGood waterproof and impact resistanceLong runtime up to 36 hours on low mode
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
No beam cutoff making it unsuitable for city street ridingHead can overheat if not cooled while running at high brightnessMount clamp fits limited handlebar diameters