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Sofirn Q8 Pro vs Wuben X1 Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wuben X1 Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben X1 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X1 Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X1 Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X1 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X1 Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 22650% 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$90.99Cheapest
US$119Most expensive
Weight
408 g (14.39 oz)Heaviest
383 g (13.51 oz)Lightest
Length
134 mm (5.28 in)Shortest
138 mm (5.43 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
11000 lmLowest output
12300 lmHighest output
Max candela
52000 cdHighest candela
42025 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
456 m (1496 ft)Highest
410 m (1345 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
120 minShortest runtime
27300 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4 x 18650
21700 Lithium-ion
Charging type
USB-C with dual onboard charging and powerbank reverse charging
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (to 2 meters)
IP65
Impact resistance
Unknown
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aluminum with stainless steel bezel
Aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Outdoor SurvivalEmergency UseSearch And RescueVersatile High Output Flood Flashlight
Outdoor UseNight HikingCamping And Tent SetupCave ExplorationCanyon TripsForest WalksEmergency Car KitsOutdoor Work After DarkSearch And Rescue
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
Extremely High Max Brightness Of 12,300 LumensDual Beam With Wide Flood And Focused Spot For Versatile LightingSmart Active Cooling System With A Quiet, Removable FanLong Battery Runtime With Replaceable 21700 BatteriesFast USB C Pd Charging And 15w Reverse Power Bank FeatureRobust And Weather Resistant Aluminum Alloy Body With Ip65 RatingReasonably Compact And Manageable Weight For Such Power
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
Unusual Large Rectangular Shape Affecting Ergonomic GripNot Ideal For Everyday Pocket Carry Due To Size And WeightFan Operation Audible When Active Though QuietNo Official Underwater Submersion Rating Due To FanSome Minor Ui Complexity In Modes And Locking/unlocking
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