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Nitecore EDC27 UHi vs Wuben X2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben X2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben X2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 40% 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$89.95Most expensive
US$79Cheapest
Weight
122 g (4.30 oz)Lightest
123 g (4.34 oz)Heaviest
Length
Unknown
85.1 mm (3.35 in)
Output
Max lumens
3100 lmHighest output
2500 lmLowest output
Max candela
23500 cdHighest candela
6850 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
305 m (1001 ft)Highest
165.5 m (543 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3300 minShortest runtime
4620 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 1700mAh Li-ion
14500 Lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP54
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Stainless steel body with PVD titanium coating and carbon fiber composite frame
Aluminum body
Use case profile
Best for
Ultra-slim tactical EDC useOutdoor activitiesProfessional use
Everyday carryGeneral purpose useFlood beam lightingTravelPortable lighting
Common praise
Bright 3100 lumens outputLong 305 meter beam throwCompact and lightweight design at 122gInformative OLED displayDurable stainless steel construction with titanium coatingUSB-C fast rechargeable battery with long runtime up to 55 hours
Bright output for sizeUSB-C onboard chargingComfortable pocketable sizeUnique flat, rectangular shape with ergonomic switch leverGood quality anodized aluminum constructionStrong pocket clip and lanyard optionLong runtime on lower modesHigh CRI available in LH351D LED versionIP68 water and dust resistance
Common complaints
Length and diameter dimensions not providedRuntime varies by mode but maximum runtime only specified for lowest mode
Battery pack not user-replaceable without disassembly and solderingLarge clip may not suit front pocket carrySwitch lever easy to press making lockout necessary for pocket carryPWM visible on some modes but not noticeable to naked eyeUnusual flat shape may require adaptation to hold comfort
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