Comparison Console
Nitecore TIP SE vs Wuben G5
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
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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