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Fenix PD25 vs Wuben PL01
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wuben PL01 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben PL01 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben PL01 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben PL01 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 275% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben PL01 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben PL01 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben PL01 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 136% 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$75Most expensive
US$20Cheapest
Weight
47 g (1.66 oz)Heaviest
45 g (1.59 oz)Lightest
Length
93 mm (3.66 in)Shortest
135 mm (5.31 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
550 lmLowest output
650 lmHighest output
Max candela
4225 cdHighest candela
1686 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
130 m (427 ft)Highest
82 m (269 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3180 minShortest runtime
7500 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
One 16340 rechargeable Li-ion or 3V CR123A Lithium battery
1x 10880 Li-ion or 2x AAA cells
Charging type
USB rechargeable (ARB-L16-700U included)
USB-C (on-cell)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (waterproof to 2 meters)
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft-grade aluminum with Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasion finish
Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
EDCOutdoor useTactical applications
Everyday carryDaily commuteBusiness tripCampingOutdoor workTravelEmergenciesInspectionHands-free lighting with clip
Common praise
Compact size yet powerful outputDurable aircraft-grade aluminum constructionGood battery options with included rechargeable 16340 cellDual-switch design with momentary-on tail switchWaterproof to 2 meters IPX8 ratingLong runtime on lowest setting
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
Relatively large size for a 16340 battery lightMode memory can be confusing if last mode was strobe
Output slightly lower than claimedPositive DUV tint (slightly greenish)
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