Comparison Console
Nitecore P16 vs Wuben X2 Pro+
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wuben X2 Pro+ stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. Wuben X2 Pro+ stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P16 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 189% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben X2 Pro+ stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Nitecore P16 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
Nitecore P16 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X2 Pro+ stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X2 Pro+ stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P16 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 189% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X2 Pro+ stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P16 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 64% 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$70Most expensive
US$69.9Cheapest
Weight
136 g (4.80 oz)
136 g (4.80 oz)
Length
151 mm (5.94 in)Longest
92 mm (3.62 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
960 lmLowest output
1500 lmHighest output
Max candela
20900 cdHighest candela
6600 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
289 m (948 ft)Highest
205 m (673 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
31200 minLongest runtime
10800 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)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HAIII military grade hard-anodized finish
Aircraft-grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
EDCTactical useOutdoorWork-related flashlight use
Everyday carry (EDC)Outdoor useEmergency situationsHelmet mountingHands-free tasks
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
High brightness with up to 1500 lumens main lightInnovative replaceable battery design supporting 2x AA or 14500 cellsVersatile composite lens with adjustable spotlight and floodlightMultifunctional side light including RGB or UV modesDurable aircraft-grade aluminum build with IP68 water resistanceCompact and ergonomic design with magnetic tail capUSB-C fast charging and long runtime up to 180 hours on eco modeIncludes helmet mount accessories for hands-free usage
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
Weight around 136g may be heavy for some usersBody diameter of 38mm may be bulky for ultra-compact preferencesMax measured beam intensity varies with RGB or UV versions leading to slight differences
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