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Nitecore P16 TAC vs Wuben T1
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wuben T1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P16 TAC stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben T1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore P16 TAC stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben T1 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben T1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P16 TAC stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P16 TAC stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben T1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben T1 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P16 TAC stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 500% 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$85Cheapest
US$99Most expensive
Weight
245 g (8.64 oz)Heaviest
215 g (7.58 oz)Lightest
Length
151 mm (5.94 in)Shortest
162 mm (6.38 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
2000 lmHighest output
Max candela
22500 cdLowest candela
62013 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
300 m (984 ft)Lowest
498 m (1634 ft)Highest
Max runtime
36000 minLongest runtime
6000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 Li-ion or 2 x CR123A batteries
18650 lithium-ion rechargeable battery (3100 mAh)
Charging type
Unknown
USB-C built-in charging
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8
IP68 (waterproof up to 2 meters for 1 hour)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aero grade aluminium alloy with HAIII military grade hard anodised finish
Anodized aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical UseOutdoor ActivitiesEmergency SituationsEDC
Tactical UseSecurity PatrolOutdoor Activities Such As HikingEveryday Carry (EDC)
Common praise
High Maximum BrightnessLong Runtime On Ultra Low ModeMultiple Brightness LevelsDurable Construction With Military Grade Anodized FinishWaterproof To IPX 8Impact Resistant To 1.5 MetersTactical Tail Switch With Side Switch For Easy One Hand Use
Powerful 2000 Lumens Turbo OutputGood Beam Throw (~498 Meters) And Intense CandelaSolid Build Quality With Anodized Aluminum And Ip68 Waterproof RatingUnique Lever Tail Switch With Easy Access To ModesUSB C Built In Charging With Included BatteryTwo Way Pocket Clip For Carrying VersatilityDual Mode System (tactical And Outdoor) With Strobe And SOS FeaturesGood Runtime Especially On Low/eco Modes
Common complaints
Batteries Not Included In Some PackagesWeight Slightly Heavier Than Compact Keychain Lights
May Be Bulky For Some UsersMode Switching Can Be ComplexCharging Port Collar Can Be Awkward To Unscrew Due To Pocket ClipLanyard Design Not IdealLack Of Included HolsterNo Ar 15 Mount Accessories
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