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Nitecore TIP SE vs Wuben G5
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore TIP SE stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben G5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TIP SE stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben G5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIP SE stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIP SE stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben G5 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben G5 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIP SE stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIP SE stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben G5 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 30% 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$34.95Most expensive
US$24.99Cheapest
Weight
26.1 g (0.92 oz)Lightest
52 g (1.83 oz)Heaviest
Length
60 mm (2.36 in)Shortest
62 mm (2.44 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
700 lmHighest output
400 lmLowest output
Max candela
2100 cdLowest candela
3820 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
98 m (322 ft)Highest
82 m (269 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3000 minShortest runtime
3900 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in rechargeable Li-ion battery
Lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP54
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aluminum alloy
Metal (Aluminum for standard; Titanium for Titanium Edition)
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryUrban PreparednessTactical Quick AccessEmergency Use
Everyday Carry (EDC)Indoor And Outdoor UseHands Free LightingCampingEmergency SignalingMechanics And TechniciansBudget Conscious UsersBlackout Kits And Storm Shelters
Common praise
High Output Brightness Of 700 Lumens In A Very Compact Keychain SizeUSB C Fast Charging With Visible Charge IndicatorDual LED Design Improves Brightness And Beam UniformityLightweight And Durable Aluminum Alloy Body With Ip54 RatingLong Runtime On Low Mode Up To ~50 Hours
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 To 1 MeterNo Replaceable Battery (built In Only)Splash Resistant But Not Fully Waterproof
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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