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Nitecore EDC27 UHi vs Wuben X5
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 5% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben X5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 138% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben X5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X5 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X5 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 138% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X5 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 264% 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$80Cheapest
Weight
122 g (4.30 oz)Lightest
129 g (4.55 oz)Heaviest
Length
Unknown
137 mm (5.39 in)
Output
Max lumens
3100 lmHighest output
1300 lmLowest output
Max candela
23500 cdHighest candela
10000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
305 m (1001 ft)Highest
200 m (656 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3300 minShortest runtime
12000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 1700mAh Li-ion
Lithium-ion or AAA
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP54
IP65
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Stainless steel body with PVD titanium coating and carbon fiber composite frame
6061 aluminum with Type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Ultra Slim Tactical EDC UseOutdoor ActivitiesProfessional Use
Everyday Carry With Flat EDC Design For Flush Pocket CarryUsers Needing White, Uv, And Green Laser In One LightSituations Requiring Backup Power Via Aaa Batteries
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
Innovative 3 In 1 Light Combination In A Compact Flat LightAaa Battery Fallback For Extended UseConvenient Dual Switches And Rotary Dial Ui With Lockout ModeRobust Build Quality With Anodized Aluminum HousingIp65 Dust And Water Resistance And Impact Resistance
Common complaints
Length And Diameter Dimensions Not ProvidedRuntime Varies By Mode But Maximum Runtime Only Specified For Lowest Mode
Lower Than Rated Maximum Output In Practical UseLow Cri Of White LEDTurbo Mode Steps Down Quickly After 1 MinuteModerate Weight And Thickness Compared To Some Competitors
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