Comparison Console
Nitecore TIKI UV vs Wuben G2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
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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