Comparison Console
Fenix LD12R vs Wuben E8
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix LD12R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben E8 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben E8 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 117% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben E8 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD12R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD12R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E8 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD12R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E8 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 117% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD12R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E8 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 114% 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$73.21Most expensive
US$67Cheapest
Weight
74 g (2.61 oz)Lightest
90 g (3.17 oz)Heaviest
Length
142 mm (5.59 in)Longest
91 mm (3.58 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
600 lmLowest output
1300 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
3000 cd
Beam distance
186 m (610 ft)Highest
110 m (361 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
980 minShortest runtime
2100 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
14500 rechargeable Li-ion; also compatible with AA battery
14500 rechargeable battery or standard AA battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Unknown
Aluminum alloy body with plastic scales
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryHands-free use with metal surfaces
EDC enthusiastsCampingOutdoor useDaily carry
Common praise
Compact and lightweight designStrong maximum brightness of 600 lumensVersatile dual light outputs (main and side LEDs)Convenient USB-C charging portFully waterproof with IP68 ratingImpact resistant to 1.5 metersMagnetic clip for hands-free use on metal surfacesCompatibility with both 14500 rechargeable and AA batteries
Compact and lightweightGood brightness with neutral white LEDsCustomizable appearance with magnetic scalesSupports both rechargeable 14500 and standard AA batteriesIP68 waterproof and good impact resistanceMagnetic tailcap and M4 mounting for hands-free use
Common complaints
Decreased performance in cold weather when using certain NiMH batteriesHigh mode not accessible with AA batteriesRequires precise assembly to maintain reliable contactOccasional contact issues in cold environments
UV mode included in main modes can complicate UINo shortcut to skip modesUV beam performance unimpressive with visible light spillButton feels cheap and rattly