Comparison Console
Fenix E12 vs Wuben PL01
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix E12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben PL01 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben PL01 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 306% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben PL01 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben PL01 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben PL01 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 306% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben PL01 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 79% 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$20Cheapest
Weight
27.3 g (0.96 oz)Lightest
45 g (1.59 oz)Heaviest
Length
76.6 mm (3.02 in)Shortest
135 mm (5.31 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
160 lmLowest output
650 lmHighest output
Max candela
1936 cdHighest candela
1686 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
68 m (223 ft)Lowest
82 m (269 ft)Highest
Max runtime
4200 minShortest runtime
7500 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Single AA (NiMH or alkaline)
1x 10880 Li-ion or 2x AAA cells
Charging type
Unknown
USB-C (on-cell)
Rechargeable
Unknown
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
A6061-T6 aluminium with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCampingGeneral hiking useBeginners and kidsProfessional spare EDC
Everyday carryDaily commuteBusiness tripCampingOutdoor workTravelEmergenciesInspectionHands-free lighting with 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
High CRI (>90) neutral white lightLow price and good valueCompact and lightweight designDual power option using 10880 Li-ion or AAA batteriesGood waterproof and impact resistance
Common complaints
No strobe or SOS modesNo memory functionNo included pocket clipBeam distance shorter than some competitors
Output slightly lower than claimedPositive DUV tint (slightly greenish)