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ThruNite BSS V5 vs Wuben X2 Pro+
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wuben X2 Pro+ stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben X2 Pro+ stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben X2 Pro+ stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X2 Pro+ stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X2 Pro+ stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X2 Pro+ stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 7052% 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$75.99Most expensive
US$69.9Cheapest
Weight
147 g (5.19 oz)Heaviest
136 g (4.80 oz)Lightest
Length
143 mm (5.63 in)Longest
92 mm (3.62 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2676 lmHighest output
1500 lmLowest output
Max candela
16200 cdHighest candela
6600 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
255 m (837 ft)Highest
205 m (673 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
151 minShortest runtime
10800 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 Li-ion rechargeable
14500 Lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8 (2 meters submersible)
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aluminium Alloy
Aircraft-grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
EDCTactical useWeapon mounting
Everyday carry (EDC)Outdoor useEmergency situationsHelmet mountingHands-free tasks
Common praise
High turbo output of 2676 lumensUSB-C onboard chargingSolid build with aluminium alloy bodyDual switch interface with tactical tail switch and electronic side switchIncludes accessories like battery, pocket clip, nylon pouch, charging cable, red filter, spare O-rings and manual
High brightness with up to 1500 lumens main lightInnovative replaceable battery design supporting 2x AA or 14500 cellsVersatile composite lens with adjustable spotlight and floodlightMultifunctional side light including RGB or UV modesDurable aircraft-grade aluminum build with IP68 water resistanceCompact and ergonomic design with magnetic tail capUSB-C fast charging and long runtime up to 180 hours on eco modeIncludes helmet mount accessories for hands-free usage
Common complaints
Slightly green/yellow tint on low modesPocket clip allows only bezel-down tail carryCharging port can be slightly crooked
Weight around 136g may be heavy for some usersBody diameter of 38mm may be bulky for ultra-compact preferencesMax measured beam intensity varies with RGB or UV versions leading to slight differences
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