Fenix LD02 V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben E18 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben E18 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 157% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Wuben E18 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Fenix LD02 V2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Fenix LD02 V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Wuben E18 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 163% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Fenix LD02 V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Wuben E18 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 157% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Wuben E18 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Fenix LD02 V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2486% 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.
6061-T6 aerospace aluminum alloy with HA Type III anodization
Aluminum body with diamond knurling
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday carry (EDC)▣Technical inspection (e.g., document verification, banknote check)▣Outdoor activities (camping, hiking)▣Medical and family use
▣EDC▣Camping▣General purpose handheld use
Common praise
✓Compact portable design comparable to a pen✓High color rendering index (CRI 90) for natural color rendering✓UV light useful for detecting counterfeit currency and documents✓Long runtime on low mode (up to 75 hours)✓Solid build quality with aerospace aluminum and stainless steel switch✓Effective waterproof and impact resistance (IP68, 1 meter)
✓Good build quality✓Comfortable diamond knurling✓Simple and effective user interface✓Quiet mechanical switch with positive action✓Reverse clicky allows mode changes during operation
Common complaints
⚠No included battery⚠Non-rechargeable⚠Relatively low maximum brightness and beam distance compared to larger flashlights⚠UV mode runtime significantly shorter than white modes
⚠Does not support 14500 lithium-ion cells⚠High beam stepdown after initial runtime⚠Cool white Cree XP-G3 LED not favored by enthusiasts⚠No onboard charging⚠Tail switch design prevents stable tailstanding