Comparison Console
Nitecore TM28 vs Wuben X1
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wuben X1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben X1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben X1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben X1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 125% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X1 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 39860% 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$399.95Most expensive
US$178Cheapest
Weight
414.7 g (14.63 oz)Heaviest
386 g (13.62 oz)Lightest
Length
142 mm (5.59 in)Longest
130 mm (5.12 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
6000 lmLowest output
12000 lmHighest output
Max candela
107200 cdHighest candela
24336 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
655 m (2149 ft)Highest
312 m (1024 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
59940 minLongest runtime
150 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4x 3100mAh IMR 18650 rechargeable Li-ion batteries
21700 Lithium-ion
Charging type
AC adapter with intelligent charging circuit
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (submersible)
IP55
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aerospace grade aluminium alloy with HAIII hard anodised finish
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Search and rescueCampingPhotographyOutdoor useTactical applications
High output flood and spot beamWork useEDC with high brightness needsOutdoor activities
Common praise
Very bright output with high lumen countLong beam distance and intensityIntelligent charging and OLED status displayMultiple brightness and special modesDurable, waterproof design
High maximum output with stable regulation thanks to smart cooling fanSolid build quality with a unique rectangular shape that prevents rollingMultiple beam modes and programmable brightness levelsGood runtime performance relative to high outputConvenient USB-C onboard chargingIncludes lanyard and holsterBatteries included
Common complaints
Heavy weight for pocket carryRelatively large size
Unusual rectangular shape may feel bulky or less ergonomic to someNo official IP water resistance rating due to fanSwitch can be mushy and produce a popping soundNo very low 'moonlight' modeFan operation audible under loadLanyard quality not premiumNo clip included for pocket carry
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