Comparison Console
Streamlight Vulcan 180 vs Wuben B1
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wuben B1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben B1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben B1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 200% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben B1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Vulcan 180 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben B1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Vulcan 180 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 102% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Vulcan 180 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben B1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 200% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Vulcan 180 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben B1 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 397% 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$210Most expensive
US$179.95Cheapest
Weight
1120 g (39.51 oz)Heaviest
555 g (19.58 oz)Lightest
Length
188.7 mm (7.43 in)Longest
53 mm (2.09 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1200 lmLowest output
3600 lmHighest output
Max candela
75000 cdHighest candela
21462 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
548 m (1798 ft)Highest
179 m (587 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
435 minShortest runtime
2160 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Lithium Ion rechargeable
Built-in 6600mAh Lithium-ion (rechargeable)
Charging type
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery, fully recharges in ~9-11 hours with battery status indicator
USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7 (waterproof to 1m submersion) / IP64
IP65
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
High impact, super-tough nylon construction; rotating head of high-grade aluminum encased in super-tough nylon; reinforced D-Rings; rubberized cushioned-grip handle
Polycarbonate & Plastic
Use case profile
Best for
Firefighting and emergency scene lightingUtility and industrial useSituations needing high visibility in thick smoke or low visibility conditions
Mountain bikingDirt roadsForest trailsNight ridingRural/highway commutingSecurity patrolsCampingWildlife conservation
Common praise
High brightness output with 1200 lumens and long beam distance of 548 metersDurable construction with IPX7 waterproof rating and impact resistanceUseful 180° tilting head to aim light where neededIntegrated blue taillight LEDs enhance visibility in thick smokeRechargeable lithium-ion battery with convenient charging optionsFlat base for stable hands-free use
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
Relatively heavy and bulky compared to typical EDC flashlightsModerate runtime on high setting (around 4.75 to 7.25 hours)Long recharge time (9 to 11 hours)
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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