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Fenix LR36R vs Wuben A1
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix LR36R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LR36R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben A1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix LR36R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A1 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 175% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LR36R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A1 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 482% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LR36R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A1 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LR36R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 5674% 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$360Cheapest
US$989Most expensive
Weight
493 g (17.39 oz)Lightest
2870 g (101.24 oz)Heaviest
Length
161 mm (6.34 in)Shortest
318 mm (12.52 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
10000 lmLowest output
20000 lmHighest output
Max candela
396600 cdLowest candela
1563000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
1260 m (4134 ft)Lowest
2500 m (8202 ft)Highest
Max runtime
6120 minLongest runtime
106 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2x 21700 Li-ion (Fenix ARB-L21-5000 V2.0)
8x21700 rechargeable cells (4S2P pack)
Charging type
USB-C charging port, supports onboard charging and can function as power bank
Onboard charging via 19V/3A DC barrel plug
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (up to 2 meters for 30 minutes)
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aerospace hardened aluminum with Type III hard anodized finish, hardened ultra clear glass lens with anti-reflective coating, stainless steel bezel
Aluminium
Use case profile
Best for
Search And RescueOutdoor ActivitiesProfessional Use With Long Range Illumination NeedsCampingSurveillance And Object Protection
Search And RescueLong Range IlluminationProfessional Use From Vehicles, Helicopters, ShipsUse As A Power Bank
Common praise
Extremely High Output For Both Throw And Flood IlluminationHybrid Lep + LED System Provides Versatile LightingOled Display Gives Real Time Battery And Brightness InfoDurable Aerospace Grade Aluminum Construction With Excellent WaterproofingIncluded Accessories Such As Holster, Lanyard, And USB C Charging CableSmooth And Stepless Brightness Adjustment Via Rotary Switch
Exceptional Brightness And Throw DistanceRobust Build Quality With Aluminium Housing And Ip68 RatingComes With A High Quality Hard Case And Comprehensive AccessoriesUseful Remote Control With USB C Rechargeable BatteryOnboard Charging And Power Bank Functionality
Common complaints
Relatively Heavy And Bulky, Limiting Everyday Carry ConvenienceLaser Classification 3b Requires Careful Handling And Specialized Purchase RequirementsUser Interface Can Be Confusing With Mode Switching And Locking MechanismsBattery Runtime Estimates On Oled Can Be Inconsistent
Very Large And Heavy, Limiting EDC PracticalityNo Direct Shortcut To Low Mode From OffTailcap Design Prevents Secure TailstandingSomewhat Complex And Unusual UiMissing Included USB C Cable For Charging Despite USB C Port
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