Comparison Console
Streamlight TLR-7 X vs Wuben E8
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight TLR-7 X stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben E8 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben E8 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 160% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben E8 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight TLR-7 X stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 169% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight TLR-7 X stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E8 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight TLR-7 X stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E8 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 160% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight TLR-7 X stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E8 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2233% 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$180.5Most expensive
US$67Cheapest
Weight
68 g (2.40 oz)Lightest
90 g (3.17 oz)Heaviest
Length
65.5 mm (2.58 in)Shortest
91 mm (3.58 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmLowest output
1300 lmHighest output
Max candela
5000 cdHighest candela
3000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
140 m (459 ft)Highest
110 m (361 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
90 minShortest runtime
2100 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
CR123A Lithium battery / SL-B9 rechargeable Li-ion battery
14500 rechargeable battery or standard AA battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
6000 Series aircraft aluminum with black anodized finish, Borofloat glass lens, impact- and chemical-resistant polymer switch housing
Aluminum alloy body with plastic scales
Use case profile
Best for
Subcompact handgun rail mountingPersonal defenseLow-light visibilityTactical applications
EDC enthusiastsCampingOutdoor useDaily carry
Common praise
Compact and lightweight designEasy ambidextrous operation with paddle switchesReliable 500 lumens output with balanced beamUSB-C rechargeable battery includedSecure mounting with integrated rail clampEffective strobe mode
Compact and lightweightGood brightness with neutral white LEDsCustomizable appearance with magnetic scalesSupports both rechargeable 14500 and standard AA batteriesIP68 waterproof and good impact resistanceMagnetic tailcap and M4 mounting for hands-free use
Common complaints
Limited beam distance for extended range useSafety mode may be unintentionally activatedBeam less effective for distant target identification
UV mode included in main modes can complicate UINo shortcut to skip modesUV beam performance unimpressive with visible light spillButton feels cheap and rattly