Comparison Console
Fenix UC30 vs Wuben E8
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix UC30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix UC30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben E8 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix UC30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E8 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E8 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E8 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E8 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 329% 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$59.95Cheapest
US$67Most expensive
Weight
77 g (2.72 oz)Lightest
90 g (3.17 oz)Heaviest
Length
130 mm (5.12 in)Longest
91 mm (3.58 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
1300 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
3000 cd
Beam distance
253 m (830 ft)Highest
110 m (361 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
9000 minLongest runtime
2100 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion or 2x CR123A Lithium batteries
14500 rechargeable battery or standard AA battery
Charging type
Micro USB
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (submersible up to 2 meters for 30 minutes)
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft-grade aluminum with type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aluminum alloy body with plastic scales
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryOutdoor ActivitiesProfessional Use
EDC EnthusiastsCampingOutdoor UseDaily Carry
Common praise
Compact And Solid Build QualityHigh Maximum Brightness Of 1000 LumensMultiple Output Levels With StrobeUSB Rechargeable With Included BatteryWaterproof And Dust Proof With Ipx8 RatingStainless Steel Side Switch With Battery IndicatorGood Battery Life And Regulated Output
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
Turbo Mode Automatically Downshifts After 3 MinutesNo Integrated Pocket ClipWeight Excludes Battery
Uv Mode Included In Main Modes Can Complicate UiNo Shortcut To Skip ModesUv Beam Performance Unimpressive With Visible Light SpillButton Feels Cheap And Rattly
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