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Nitecore MT2A Pro vs Wuben E8
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore MT2A Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MT2A Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% 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
Nitecore MT2A Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E8 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT2A Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E8 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT2A Pro 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.
Nitecore MT2A Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E8 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 75% 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$49.95Cheapest
US$67Most expensive
Weight
88 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
90 g (3.17 oz)Heaviest
Length
142.8 mm (5.62 in)Longest
91 mm (3.58 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
1300 lmHighest output
Max candela
16500 cdHighest candela
3000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
255 m (837 ft)Highest
110 m (361 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1200 minShortest runtime
2100 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x NL1416R rechargeable Li-ion battery (1600mAh), compatible with 2 x AA batteries
14500 rechargeable battery or standard AA battery
Charging type
USB-C (built into battery)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
IP68
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Aluminum alloy body with plastic scales
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)Outdoor activitiesEmergency backup lightingTravelSelf-defense tool
EDC enthusiastsCampingOutdoor useDaily carry
Common praise
High brightness for AA flashlightDual power options (rechargeable battery with USB-C and AA compatibility)Lightweight and compact designGood build quality and IP68 waterproof ratingSimple and effective user interface
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
No built-in charging in flashlight body (battery charges separately)No electronic lockout featureNo mode memory
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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