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Sofirn Q8 Pro vs Wuben L1
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Wuben L1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben L1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 450% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben L1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben L1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 140% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben L1 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 450% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben L1 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 3% 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$90.99Most expensive
US$79Cheapest
Weight
408 g (14.39 oz)Heaviest
170 g (6.00 oz)Lightest
Length
134 mm (5.28 in)Longest
130 mm (5.12 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
11000 lmHighest output
2000 lmLowest output
Max candela
52000 cdHighest candela
30625 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
456 m (1496 ft)Highest
350 m (1148 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
120 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
4 x 18650
21700
Charging type
USB-C with dual onboard charging and powerbank reverse charging
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (to 2 meters)
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Aluminum with stainless steel bezel
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Outdoor survivalEmergency useSearch and rescueVersatile high output flood flashlight
EDC useCampingHikingMechanic workVersatile lighting needs
Common praise
High maximum output (11,000 lumens)Versatile Anduril 2 UI with many modes and rampingDual USB-C charging and reverse power bank functionRobust build quality with aluminum body and stainless steel bezelGood thermal management with cooling finsIncluded quality 3000mAh 18650 batteriesTripod mountableReliable flicker-free E-switch with indicator LEDs
Versatile dual-light sources with rotating headSolid build and anodized aluminum bodyStrong clip and magnet for multiple carry optionsOnboard charging with USB-C portIncluded high capacity 21700 battery
Common complaints
Large and heavy for everyday carry; not pocket friendly for small handsNo magnetic tailcap and no pocket clip includedDiffuser included is plastic and fragileAnnodizing may wear off over time on cooling finsWarranty and price vary by seller
Brightness output drops quickly after turbo mode startButtons are easy to press causing accidental activationUI differs between throw and flood channelsNo moonlight mode availableNo electrical lockout feature
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