Comparison Console
Nitecore TIKI UV vs Wuben G5
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 80% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben G5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. Wuben G5 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3150% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben G5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Nitecore TIKI UV stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
Nitecore TIKI UV stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben G5 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 395% 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 G5 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3150% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIKI UV stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben G5 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 13% 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$24.99Cheapest
Weight
10.5 g (0.37 oz)Lightest
52 g (1.83 oz)Heaviest
Length
55 mm (2.17 in)Shortest
62 mm (2.44 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
Unknown
400 lm
Max candela
36 cdLowest candela
3820 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
12 m (39 ft)Lowest
82 m (269 ft)Highest
Max runtime
120 minShortest runtime
3900 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in Li-ion battery
Lithium-ion
Charging type
USB-C built-in charging circuit
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Body: PC (V0) plastics; Head: aluminum alloy
Metal (Aluminum for standard; Titanium for Titanium Edition)
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)Indoor and outdoor useHands-free lightingCampingEmergency signalingMechanics and techniciansBudget-conscious usersBlackout kits and storm shelters
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 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 (1 meter)Lower maximum runtime on UV mode (up to 2 hours)Beam distance limited to ~12 meters
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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