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Nitecore LA10 CRI vs Wuben G5
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore LA10 CRI stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben G5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. Wuben G5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 371% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben G5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Nitecore LA10 CRI stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
Nitecore LA10 CRI stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben G5 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LA10 CRI stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben G5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 371% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LA10 CRI stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben G5 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 183% 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$25Most expensive
US$24.99Cheapest
Weight
42.7 g (1.51 oz)Lightest
52 g (1.83 oz)Heaviest
Length
78.5 mm (3.09 in)Longest
62 mm (2.44 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
85 lmLowest output
400 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
3820 cd
Beam distance
10 m (33 ft)Lowest
82 m (269 ft)Highest
Max runtime
1380 minShortest runtime
3900 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x AA
Lithium-ion
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Unknown
Yes
IP rating
IPX6
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aluminium alloy
Metal (Aluminum for standard; Titanium for Titanium Edition)
Use case profile
Best for
CampingEmergency pendant lightPortable 360-degree flood illumination
Everyday carry (EDC)Indoor and outdoor useHands-free lightingCampingEmergency signalingMechanics and techniciansBudget-conscious usersBlackout kits and storm shelters
Common praise
Compact and lightweight360-degree flood illuminationLong battery runtimeMagnetic tail cap for attachmentRetractable diffuser for portability
Compact and lightweight designBright and clean beam with useful maximum 400 lumens outputUseful RGB lighting modes with multiple colors and beacon functionalityStrong magnetic mount and adjustable pocket clipFast USB-C charging and long runtime up to 65 hours (3900 minutes)Durable metal body with high waterproof rating (IP68)Good value for the price
Common complaints
Limited beam distance (10 meters only)Low maximum brightness (85 lumens)No included battery
Non-replaceable built-in batterySome users may find controls (sliding switch, side button, rotary wheel) slightly complex initiallyMinor control ergonomics issues
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