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Nitecore P16 vs Wuben X2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wuben X2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P16 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben X2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 160% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore P16 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P16 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P16 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 160% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P16 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 575% 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$70Cheapest
US$79Most expensive
Weight
136 g (4.80 oz)Heaviest
123 g (4.34 oz)Lightest
Length
151 mm (5.94 in)Longest
85.1 mm (3.35 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
960 lmLowest output
2500 lmHighest output
Max candela
20900 cdHighest candela
6850 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
289 m (948 ft)Highest
165.5 m (543 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
31200 minLongest runtime
4620 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x18650 or 2xCR123
14500 Lithium-ion
Charging type
USB-C (via Nitecore NL1826R battery)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HAIII military grade hard-anodized finish
Aluminum body
Use case profile
Best for
EDCTactical useOutdoorWork-related flashlight use
Everyday carryGeneral purpose useFlood beam lightingTravelPortable lighting
Common praise
High brightness with a maximum of 960 lumensLong beam distance (~289 meters)Durable build with good impact and water resistanceUseful side switch and tactical tail switch interfacePower indicator display for battery level and voltageIncludes intelligent memory to store preferred brightness settingConvenient USB-C rechargeable battery available
Bright output for sizeUSB-C onboard chargingComfortable pocketable sizeUnique flat, rectangular shape with ergonomic switch leverGood quality anodized aluminum constructionStrong pocket clip and lanyard optionLong runtime on lower modesHigh CRI available in LH351D LED versionIP68 water and dust resistance
Common complaints
Not suitable for search and rescue due to lockout feature causing the light to shut off if caps loosenedLight may fail to turn on if head is slightly loosenedRough coating/texture not attractiveTail standing lamp feature may not be tactical in some scenarios
Battery pack not user-replaceable without disassembly and solderingLarge clip may not suit front pocket carrySwitch lever easy to press making lockout necessary for pocket carryPWM visible on some modes but not noticeable to naked eyeUnusual flat shape may require adaptation to hold comfort
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