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Fenix E12 vs Wuben G2

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

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Fenix E12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben G2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben G2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 213% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Wuben G2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Fenix E12 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Fenix E12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Wuben G2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix E12 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Wuben G2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 213% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Wuben G2 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

Fenix E12 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 31% 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.

Fenix E12 — Beam distance: 68 m (223 ft)Fenix E12 — Max candela: 1936 cdFenix E12 — Weight: 27.3 g (0.96 oz)Fenix E12 — Length: 76.6 mm (3.02 in)Fenix E12 — Retail price: US$25.04Fenix E12 — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)Wuben G2 — Beam distance: 46 m (151 ft)Wuben G2 — Max candela: 540 cdWuben G2 — Weight: 28 g (0.99 oz)Wuben G2 — Length: 58.5 mm (2.30 in)Wuben G2 — Retail price: US$22.99Wuben G2 — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Specification
Price & carry
Retail price
US$25.04Most expensive
US$22.99Cheapest
Weight
27.3 g (0.96 oz)Lightest
28 g (0.99 oz)Heaviest
Length
76.6 mm (3.02 in)Longest
58.5 mm (2.30 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
160 lmLowest output
500 lmHighest output
Max candela
1936 cdHighest candela
540 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
68 m (223 ft)Highest
46 m (151 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
4200 min
4200 min
Power & durability
Battery type
Single AA (NiMH or alkaline)
Lithium polymer
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Unknown
Yes
IP rating
IP68
Unknown
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
A6061-T6 aluminium with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aluminum alloy + plastic
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCampingGeneral hiking useBeginners and kidsProfessional spare EDC
Everyday carry (EDC)Short walks to car or doorstepIndoor and outdoor small tasksHands-free use via magnet or clip
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 lightweight design (28g) suitable for pocket carryFive brightness modes including a long-lasting moonlight modeReliable USB-C charging with an indicator LEDMagnetic tail allows hands-free attachmentComes with a pocket clip and keyring attachment
Common complaints
No strobe or SOS modesNo memory functionNo included pocket clipBeam distance shorter than some competitors
Battery is not replaceableNo waterproof rating providedPlastic pocket clip is not reversible and offers moderate retentionNo blinky/strobe modes included

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