Comparison Console
Nitecore TIKI UV vs Wuben G2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore TIKI UV stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben G2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben G2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3400% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben G2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIKI UV stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIKI UV stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben G2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 167% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIKI UV stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben G2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3400% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIKI UV stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben G2 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 6% 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$25Most expensive
US$22.99Cheapest
Weight
10.5 g (0.37 oz)Lightest
28 g (0.99 oz)Heaviest
Length
55 mm (2.17 in)Shortest
58.5 mm (2.30 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
Unknown
500 lm
Max candela
36 cdLowest candela
540 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
12 m (39 ft)Lowest
46 m (151 ft)Highest
Max runtime
120 minShortest runtime
4200 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in Li-ion battery
Lithium polymer
Charging type
USB-C built-in charging circuit
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
Unknown
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Body: PC (V0) plastics; Head: aluminum alloy
Aluminum alloy + plastic
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryUV detection for currency, documents, forensic, gemologyShort-range illumination for reading and campingUse as keychain lightApplications requiring UV light and high CRI white light
Everyday carry (EDC)Short walks to car or doorstepIndoor and outdoor small tasksHands-free use via magnet or clip
Common praise
Compact and lightweight designStrong UV output for various detection tasksDurable and IP66 rated for dust and water resistanceBuilt-in rechargeable battery with fast chargingSimple single-button interface with multiple modes
Compact and lightweight design (28g) suitable for pocket carryFive brightness modes including a long-lasting moonlight modeReliable USB-C charging with an indicator LEDMagnetic tail allows hands-free attachmentComes with a pocket clip and keyring attachment
Common complaints
Limited impact resistance (1 meter)Lower maximum runtime on UV mode (up to 2 hours)Beam distance limited to ~12 meters
Battery is not replaceableNo waterproof rating providedPlastic pocket clip is not reversible and offers moderate retentionNo blinky/strobe modes included
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