Comparison Console
Olight Diffuse vs Wuben X2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Olight Diffuse stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Diffuse stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben X2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 257% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight Diffuse stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 139% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Diffuse stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 114% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Diffuse stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 257% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Diffuse stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 134% 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$32.99Cheapest
US$79Most expensive
Weight
57.5 g (2.03 oz)Lightest
123 g (4.34 oz)Heaviest
Length
87 mm (3.43 in)Longest
85.1 mm (3.35 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
700 lmLowest output
2500 lmHighest output
Max candela
1700 cdLowest candela
6850 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
80 m (262 ft)Lowest
165.5 m (543 ft)Highest
Max runtime
10800 minLongest runtime
4620 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
14500 lithium-ion (also compatible with AA primary or NiMH)
14500 Lithium-ion
Charging type
USB-C charging via battery
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Unknown
Aluminum body
Use case profile
Best for
EDC useTool kit or toolbox lightUsers needing anti-roll shapeUsers wanting waterproof light
Everyday carryGeneral purpose useFlood beam lightingTravelPortable lighting
Common praise
Good waterproof rating (IPX8)Anti-roll pentagon shapeGood output and runtimeConvenient battery with onboard USB-C chargingNice e-switch with indicator and lockout
Bright output for sizeUSB-C onboard chargingComfortable pocketable sizeUnique flat, rectangular shape with ergonomic switch leverGood quality anodized aluminum constructionStrong pocket clip and lanyard optionLong runtime on lower modesHigh CRI available in LH351D LED versionIP68 water and dust resistance
Common complaints
No knurling makes grip less secureTailcap is small and fiddly to unscrewNo built-in charging in flashlight (battery charges externally)Limited documentation on AA battery mode
Battery pack not user-replaceable without disassembly and solderingLarge clip may not suit front pocket carrySwitch lever easy to press making lockout necessary for pocket carryPWM visible on some modes but not noticeable to naked eyeUnusual flat shape may require adaptation to hold comfort