Comparison Console
SureFire Maximus vs Wuben H5
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wuben H5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben H5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire Maximus stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben H5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 838% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben H5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 210% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben H5 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben H5 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 567% 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$469Most expensive
US$50Cheapest
Weight
195 g (6.88 oz)Heaviest
63 g (2.22 oz)Lightest
Length
108.6 mm (4.28 in)Longest
72 mm (2.83 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmHighest output
400 lmLowest output
Max candela
4100 cdHighest candela
1338 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
128 m (420 ft)Highest
73 m (240 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
90 minShortest runtime
600 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Integrated lithium-ion rechargeable
1 x AA / 1 x 14500 rechargeable
Charging type
Wall AC and car DC chargers included
USB-C charging cable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX4
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Magnesium body
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Hands-free outdoor illuminationCaving and mountain adventuresAdjustable lighting needs
Everyday Carry (EDC)Hands-free headlamp useMulti-directional lighting with clip
Common praise
Adjustable output dial easy to use with glovesComfortable no-chafe headband and moisture-wicking forehead padRobust magnesium construction and reliable battery life
Versatile multifunctional design with 360° rotatable clipGood build quality and reliable outputIP68 water resistance and 1.5m impact resistanceBright 400 lumen max output with regulated driverComfortable and secure headband for most activities
Common complaints
Relatively heavy for a headlamp at 195 gramsCharging port protective cap may be flimsyBattery pack design protrudes and can hit objects
Headlamp strap design may not be ideal for joggingClip removal requires unscrewing tailcapNo strobe mode, only SOS blinky
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