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Nitecore TIKI GITD vs Wuben G5
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore TIKI GITD stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben G5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben G5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben G5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIKI GITD stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIKI GITD stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben G5 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 333% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIKI GITD stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben G5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIKI GITD stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben G5 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 63% 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$28.95Most expensive
US$24.99Cheapest
Weight
12 g (0.42 oz)Lightest
52 g (1.83 oz)Heaviest
Length
55 mm (2.17 in)Shortest
62 mm (2.44 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
300 lmLowest output
400 lmHighest output
Max candela
1260 cdLowest candela
3820 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
71 m (233 ft)Lowest
82 m (269 ft)Highest
Max runtime
2400 minShortest runtime
3900 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in Li-ion battery (130mAh)
Lithium-ion
Charging type
Micro USB port (USB-C port mentioned once but micro USB is majority)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Head: stainless steel alloy; Body: phosphorescent reinforced polycarbonate (PC V0)
Metal (Aluminum for standard; Titanium for Titanium Edition)
Use case profile
Best for
EDC keychain lightCounterfeit detection using UV lightReading or camping with high CRI lightUse in wet and weather conditions due to IP66 rating
Everyday carry (EDC)Indoor and outdoor useHands-free lightingCampingEmergency signalingMechanics and techniciansBudget-conscious usersBlackout kits and storm shelters
Common praise
Compact and ultra lightweight at 12 gramsGlows in the dark after UV or sunlight exposureGood output of 300 lumens for sizeVersatile auxiliary LEDs for UV and high CRI lightingRechargeable battery with USB chargingIP66 rating allows use in wet conditionsSimple one-button interface
Compact and lightweight designBright and clean beam with useful maximum 400 lumens outputUseful RGB lighting modes with multiple colors and beacon functionalityStrong magnetic mount and adjustable pocket clipFast USB-C charging and long runtime up to 65 hours (3900 minutes)Durable metal body with high waterproof rating (IP68)Good value for the price
Common complaints
Limited impact resistance of 1 meterShorter maximum runtime at highest brightness (30 min turbo)Micro USB charging port instead of USB-C on some versions
Non-replaceable built-in batterySome users may find controls (sliding switch, side button, rotary wheel) slightly complex initiallyMinor control ergonomics issues
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