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Fenix TK28R vs Wuben A9
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix TK28R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben A9 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben A9 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 441% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix TK28R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A9 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK28R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A9 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK28R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A9 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 441% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK28R stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A9 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 45% 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
Unknown
US$249.99
Weight
358.3 g (12.64 oz)Lightest
447 g (15.77 oz)Heaviest
Length
147.83 mm (5.82 in)Shortest
215 mm (8.46 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
6500 lmLowest output
12000 lmHighest output
Max candela
42675 cdHighest candela
40900 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
400 m (1312 ft)Lowest
420 m (1378 ft)Highest
Max runtime
6120 minShortest runtime
33120 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2x Fenix ARB-L18-4000
Custom 10200mAh 7.2V Li-ion battery pack
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C charging on battery, 5V 2A max input
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aerospace-grade anodized aluminum
Aircraft-grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Law enforcementTactical operationsSearch and Rescue (SAR) missionsOutdoor adventures
Search and rescueOutdoor explorationExtreme conditions use
Common praise
High maximum output and long beam distanceDurable aerospace-grade build and IP68 waterproof ratingIntuitive dual tail and toggle switch interfaceLong runtime up to 102 hours in Eco modeFast USB Type-C charging in about 1.5 hours
High maximum brightness with three Cree XHP70.2 LEDsLong runtime up to 23 days on low modeDurable aircraft-grade aluminum body with IP68 waterproofingMultiple lighting modes including strobe and SOSSmart switch with mode memory and lockout functionality
Common complaints
Potential downshift in brightness due to overheat protectionLEDs not user-replaceableRequires specific battery types for proper operation
Customized battery can be inconvenient as a proprietary packCharging is slow due to limited 5V 2A inputLarge size and weight may be bulky for some usersHead unscrewing and switch placement can make accessing battery tricky
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