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Nitecore LA10 CRI vs Wuben PL01
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 5% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben PL01 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben PL01 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 665% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben PL01 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LA10 CRI stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LA10 CRI stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben PL01 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LA10 CRI stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 87% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben PL01 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 665% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LA10 CRI stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben PL01 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 443% 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$20Cheapest
Weight
42.7 g (1.51 oz)Lightest
45 g (1.59 oz)Heaviest
Length
78.5 mm (3.09 in)Shortest
135 mm (5.31 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
85 lmLowest output
650 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
1686 cd
Beam distance
10 m (33 ft)Lowest
82 m (269 ft)Highest
Max runtime
1380 minShortest runtime
7500 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x AA
1x 10880 Li-ion or 2x AAA cells
Charging type
Unknown
USB-C (on-cell)
Rechargeable
Unknown
Yes
IP rating
IPX6
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aluminium alloy
Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
CampingEmergency pendant lightPortable 360-degree flood illumination
Everyday carryDaily commuteBusiness tripCampingOutdoor workTravelEmergenciesInspectionHands-free lighting with clip
Common praise
Compact and lightweight360-degree flood illuminationLong battery runtimeMagnetic tail cap for attachmentRetractable diffuser for portability
High CRI (>90) neutral white lightLow price and good valueCompact and lightweight designDual power option using 10880 Li-ion or AAA batteriesGood waterproof and impact resistance
Common complaints
Limited beam distance (10 meters only)Low maximum brightness (85 lumens)No included battery
Output slightly lower than claimedPositive DUV tint (slightly greenish)
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