Comparison Console
Sofirn Q8 Plus vs Wuben B1
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 344% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben B1 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben B1 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben B1 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 344% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben B1 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 260% 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$104.29Cheapest
US$179.95Most expensive
Weight
492 g (17.35 oz)Lightest
555 g (19.58 oz)Heaviest
Length
133 mm (5.24 in)Longest
53 mm (2.09 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
16000 lmHighest output
3600 lmLowest output
Max candela
222916 cdHighest candela
21462 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
554 m (1818 ft)Highest
179 m (587 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
600 minShortest runtime
2160 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
3 x 21700 Li-ion batteries
Built-in 6600mAh Lithium-ion (rechargeable)
Charging type
USB-C charging and discharging port
USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IP65
Impact resistance
Unknown
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy
Polycarbonate & Plastic
Use case profile
Best for
HuntingSearchingSurvival kitEmergencyCampingOutdoor activitiesLong runtime use
Mountain bikingDirt roadsForest trailsNight ridingRural/highway commutingSecurity patrolsCampingWildlife conservation
Common praise
Very bright output with a daylight-like beamLong sustained runtime at 1800 lumensFlexible and advanced user interfaceBuilt-in USB-C charging and discharging portIPX8 water resistance and durable aluminum body
Very bright output up to 3600 lumensLong beam distance with wide 180° spreadConvenient wireless remote controlGood waterproof and impact resistanceLong runtime up to 36 hours on low mode
Common complaints
Heavy weight for daily carryOutput claims can be misleading without FL1 standardFlat top battery compatibility issues causing contact problemsThermal management limits sustained high output without additional cooling
No beam cutoff making it unsuitable for city street ridingHead can overheat if not cooled while running at high brightnessMount clamp fits limited handlebar diameters
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