Comparison Console
Fenix E12 vs Wuben E7
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix E12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 66% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben E7 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben E7 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1025% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben E7 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 66% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E7 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 193% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E7 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1025% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E7 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3% 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$25.04Most expensive
US$24Cheapest
Weight
27.3 g (0.96 oz)Lightest
80 g (2.82 oz)Heaviest
Length
76.6 mm (3.02 in)Longest
61 mm (2.40 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
160 lmLowest output
1800 lmHighest output
Max candela
1936 cdLowest candela
4356 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
68 m (223 ft)Lowest
132 m (433 ft)Highest
Max runtime
4200 minShortest runtime
4320 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Single AA (NiMH or alkaline)
18350 or 18650 lithium-ion battery
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Unknown
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
A6061-T6 aluminium with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aircraft-grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCampingGeneral hiking useBeginners and kidsProfessional spare EDC
Everyday carry (EDC)Outdoor activitiesCampingRescueHeadlamp use
Common praise
Compact and lightweightDurable aircraft-grade aluminum buildSimple and easy to use single tail switchGood beam quality with soft, balanced floodLong runtime on low modeIP68 rated water and dust resistance
Compact and stylish designHigh output up to 1800 lumensMagnetic tailcap for versatile mountingWaterproof to IP68 standardRechargeable via USB-CMultiple lighting modes with mode memoryCompatible with 18350 or 18650 batteries for extended runtime
Common complaints
No strobe or SOS modesNo memory functionNo included pocket clipBeam distance shorter than some competitors
Low CRI Osram P9 LEDs (mostly 6500K)Lack of electronic lockout, requiring physical tailcap lockout to prevent accidental activation18650 extension tube alignment and threading issuesOptional accessories required for headlamp use (headband)