Comparison Console
Fenix E28R V2.0 vs Wuben E12R
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben E12R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben E12R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E12R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E12R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E12R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 50% 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$64.95Most expensive
US$52.79Cheapest
Weight
128 g (4.52 oz)Lightest
144.35 g (5.09 oz)Heaviest
Length
121 mm (4.76 in)
Unknown
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmHighest output
1200 lmLowest output
Max candela
18588 cdHighest candela
7985 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
273 m (896 ft)Highest
179 m (587 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
15600 minLongest runtime
10380 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1×18650 lithium-ion (ARB-L18-3400) or 2×CR123A
18650 Li-Ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aviation grade aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Daily commutingCampingHikingHands-free use with magnetic tail
Powerbank function useCampingAround the houseBackup flashlight
Common praise
High output for sizeVersatile lighting modes including warning lightsUSB-C fast chargingSolid build quality and finishMagnetic tail for hands-free useGood runtime on lower modes
Good grip due to knurling and fins on headPowerbank function for charging devicesLighted side switch is easy to findLong max runtime of up to 173 hours
Common complaints
Slightly heavy for pocket carryTailcap is glued and only removable by tailNo included pouchBeam tint cooler and CRI moderate
Relatively large and heavy for EDC in jeans pocketClear TIR optic without protective glass lensNeed to press tail cover firmly for full waterproofing