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Fenix RC40 vs Wuben A1

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Fenix RC40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix RC40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben A1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 471% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Fenix RC40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Wuben A1 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 106% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Fenix RC40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Wuben A1 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 119% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix RC40 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Wuben A1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 471% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Wuben A1 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Fenix RC40 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 8957% 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.

Fenix RC40 — Beam distance: 710 m (2329 ft)Fenix RC40 — Max candela: 126000 cdFenix RC40 — Weight: 1310 g (46.21 oz)Fenix RC40 — Length: 299 mm (11.77 in)Fenix RC40 — Retail price: US$480Fenix RC40 — Max lumens: 3500 lmWuben A1 — Beam distance: 2500 m (8202 ft)Wuben A1 — Max candela: 1563000 cdWuben A1 — Weight: 2870 g (101.24 oz)Wuben A1 — Length: 318 mm (12.52 in)Wuben A1 — Retail price: US$989Wuben A1 — Max lumens: 20000 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Specification
Price & carry
Retail price
US$480Cheapest
US$989Most expensive
Weight
1310 g (46.21 oz)Lightest
2870 g (101.24 oz)Heaviest
Length
299 mm (11.77 in)Shortest
318 mm (12.52 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3500 lmLowest output
20000 lmHighest output
Max candela
126000 cdLowest candela
1563000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
710 m (2329 ft)Lowest
2500 m (8202 ft)Highest
Max runtime
9600 minLongest runtime
106 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in rechargeable Li-ion battery pack 7.4V 7800mAh
8x21700 rechargeable cells (4S2P pack)
Charging type
AC adapter and DC car charger
Onboard charging via 19V/3A DC barrel plug
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8 underwater 2m
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Durable aircraft-grade aluminum, Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish, toughened ultra-clear glass lens with anti-reflective coating
Aluminium
Use case profile
Best for
▣High Output Illumination▣Long Beam Distance▣Rechargeable Use▣Tactical And Industrial Applications
▣Search And Rescue▣Long Range Illumination▣Professional Use From Vehicles, Helicopters, Ships▣Use As A Power Bank
Common praise
✓Very Bright Output Suitable For Professional Use✓Long Beam Distance And Runtime✓Solid Build Quality And Durable Materials✓Dual Side Switches For Quick Mode Changes✓Power Bank Function To Charge External Devices
✓Exceptional Brightness And Throw Distance✓Robust Build Quality With Aluminium Housing And Ip68 Rating✓Comes With A High Quality Hard Case And Comprehensive Accessories✓Useful Remote Control With USB C Rechargeable Battery✓Onboard Charging And Power Bank Functionality
Common complaints
⚠Heavier And Larger Than Typical EDC Lights⚠Runtime In Turbo Mode Is Limited Due To Overheating Protection⚠Price Is Relatively High⚠Not Waterproof Beyond 2 Meters Depth
⚠Very Large And Heavy, Limiting EDC Practicality⚠No Direct Shortcut To Low Mode From Off⚠Tailcap Design Prevents Secure Tailstanding⚠Somewhat Complex And Unusual Ui⚠Missing Included USB C Cable For Charging Despite USB C Port

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