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SureFire G2X Tactical vs Wuben L1

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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SureFire G2X Tactical stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben L1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben L1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 233% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Wuben L1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

SureFire G2X Tactical stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

SureFire G2X Tactical stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Wuben L1 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

SureFire G2X Tactical stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Wuben L1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 233% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

SureFire G2X Tactical stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

Wuben L1 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 2% 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.

SureFire G2X Tactical — Beam distance: 248 m (814 ft)SureFire G2X Tactical — Max candela: 26293 cdSureFire G2X Tactical — Weight: 150 g (5.29 oz)SureFire G2X Tactical — Length: 127 mm (5.00 in)SureFire G2X Tactical — Retail price: US$80SureFire G2X Tactical — Max lumens: 600 lmWuben L1 — Beam distance: 350 m (1148 ft)Wuben L1 — Max candela: 30625 cdWuben L1 — Weight: 170 g (6.00 oz)Wuben L1 — Length: 130 mm (5.12 in)Wuben L1 — Retail price: US$79Wuben L1 — Max lumens: 2000 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Specification
SureFire G2X Tactical
Wuben L1
Price & carry
Retail price
US$80Most expensive
US$79Cheapest
Weight
150 g (5.29 oz)Lightest
170 g (6.00 oz)Heaviest
Length
127 mm (5.00 in)Shortest
130 mm (5.12 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
600 lmLowest output
2000 lmHighest output
Max candela
26293 cdLowest candela
30625 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
248 m (814 ft)Lowest
350 m (1148 ft)Highest
Max runtime
60 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
2 x CR123A
21700
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Nitrolon body with aluminum head
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
▣Tactical use▣Duty carry▣Everyday carry (EDC)▣Rugged reliable light for tough conditions
▣EDC use▣Camping▣Hiking▣Mechanic work▣Versatile lighting needs
Common praise
✓Rugged and virtually indestructible construction✓Bright 600 lumens output sufficient for tactical use✓Dual output modes for versatility✓Compact size relative to power
✓Versatile dual-light sources with rotating head✓Solid build and anodized aluminum body✓Strong clip and magnet for multiple carry options✓Onboard charging with USB-C port✓Included high capacity 21700 battery
Common complaints
⚠Not rechargeable⚠Moderate weight compared to ultra-compact models⚠Limited runtime on high output
⚠Brightness output drops quickly after turbo mode start⚠Buttons are easy to press causing accidental activation⚠UI differs between throw and flood channels⚠No moonlight mode available⚠No electrical lockout feature