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Nitecore TM28 vs Wuben X1

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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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

Cheapest

Wuben X1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Nitecore TM28 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 125% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Wuben X1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Nitecore TM28 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Nitecore TM28 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Wuben X1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Wuben X1 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

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.

Nitecore TM28 — Beam distance: 655 m (2149 ft)Nitecore TM28 — Max candela: 107200 cdNitecore TM28 — Weight: 414.7 g (14.63 oz)Nitecore TM28 — Length: 142 mm (5.59 in)Nitecore TM28 — Retail price: US$399.95Nitecore TM28 — Max lumens: 6000 lmWuben X1 — Beam distance: 312 m (1024 ft)Wuben X1 — Max candela: 24336 cdWuben X1 — Weight: 386 g (13.62 oz)Wuben X1 — Length: 130 mm (5.12 in)Wuben X1 — Retail price: US$178Wuben X1 — Max lumens: 12000 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
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 Rescue▣Camping▣Photography▣Outdoor Use▣Tactical Applications
▣High Output Flood And Spot Beam▣Work Use▣EDC With High Brightness Needs▣Outdoor Activities
Common praise
✓Very Bright Output With High Lumen Count✓Long Beam Distance And Intensity✓Intelligent Charging And Oled Status Display✓Multiple Brightness And Special Modes✓Durable, Waterproof Design
✓High Maximum Output With Stable Regulation Thanks To Smart Cooling Fan✓Solid Build Quality With A Unique Rectangular Shape That Prevents Rolling✓Multiple Beam Modes And Programmable Brightness Levels✓Good Runtime Performance Relative To High Output✓Convenient USB C Onboard Charging✓Includes Lanyard And Holster✓Batteries Included
Common complaints
⚠Heavy Weight For Pocket Carry⚠Relatively Large Size
⚠Unusual Rectangular Shape May Feel Bulky Or Less Ergonomic To Some⚠No Official Ip Water Resistance Rating Due To Fan⚠Switch Can Be Mushy And Produce A Popping Sound⚠No Very Low 'moonlight' Mode⚠Fan Operation Audible Under Load⚠Lanyard Quality Not Premium⚠No Clip Included For Pocket Carry

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