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Nitecore P12 vs Wuben P26

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Nitecore P12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P12 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 160% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Lightest

Nitecore P12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Wuben P26 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Wuben P26 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Nitecore P12 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 160% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Nitecore P12 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

Wuben P26 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest candela

Wuben P26 stands out as the lowest candela option for max candela, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest candela

Nitecore P12 stands out as the highest candela option for max candela, with about a 52% 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.

Nitecore P12 — Beam distance: 160 m (525 ft)Nitecore P12 — Max candela: 6400 cdNitecore P12 — Weight: 142 g (5.01 oz)Nitecore P12 — Length: 98 mm (3.86 in)Nitecore P12 — Max lumens: 1300 lmNitecore P12 — Retail price: US$95Wuben P26 — Beam distance: 130 m (427 ft)Wuben P26 — Max candela: 4200 cdWuben P26 — Weight: 145 g (5.11 oz)Wuben P26 — Length: 130 mm (5.12 in)Wuben P26 — Max lumens: 500 lmWuben P26 — Retail price: US$95Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthMax lumensRetail price
Price & carry
Retail price
US$95
US$95
Weight
142 g (5.01 oz)Lightest
145 g (5.11 oz)Heaviest
Length
98 mm (3.86 in)Shortest
130 mm (5.12 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1300 lmHighest output
500 lmLowest output
Max candela
6400 cdHighest candela
4200 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
160 m (525 ft)Highest
130 m (427 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
60 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
16340 Li-ion / CR123A
3x AAA or 1x 18650 Li-ion battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
Unknown
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aluminum alloy
Hard anodising aircraft grade aluminium alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useIndoor and most outdoor lighting
Uv inspection and forensic detectionLaw enforcementDetecting biological liquids such as bloodIdentifying jewels and precious stonesDetecting leaks of gas, oil, and flammable liquids
Common praise
Multiple brightness levels including red light optionsSolid durability with glass breakers on bezelCompact and lightweight for easy EDC
Excellent UV and white light dual functionSolid build with aircraft grade aluminum alloyIP68 waterproof ratingUseful for forensics and gem identificationBattery status indicationVariable power source compatibility
Common complaints
Brightest white mode has shorter throw distance than some competitorsRotating collar switch may add bulk
No specified runtime informationCharging type not specified

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