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ThruNite BSS W1 vs Wuben E7
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben E7 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 160% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben E7 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 4094% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E7 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E7 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 160% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E7 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 4094% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E7 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 10% 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$24
US$24
Weight
51.5 g (1.82 oz)Lightest
80 g (2.82 oz)Heaviest
Length
67 mm (2.64 in)Longest
61 mm (2.40 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
693 lmLowest output
1800 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
4356 cd
Beam distance
Unknown
132 m (433 ft)
Max runtime
103 minShortest runtime
4320 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
16340 rechargeable Li-ion
18350 or 18650 lithium-ion battery
Charging type
MicroUSB onboard charging
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aluminum
Aircraft-grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
EDC for new usersCompact small EDC useDeep pocket carry
Everyday carry (EDC)Outdoor activitiesCampingRescueHeadlamp use
Common praise
Compact and lightweight designDeep carry pocket clipAffordable price pointStrong magnetic tailcapSimple and intuitive user interface
Compact and stylish designHigh output up to 1800 lumensMagnetic tailcap for versatile mountingWaterproof to IP68 standardRechargeable via USB-CMultiple lighting modes with mode memoryCompatible with 18350 or 18650 batteries for extended runtime
Common complaints
Short turbo runtime (1 minute before stepdown)MicroUSB charging instead of USB-CNo lockout mode except mechanical twistGreen tint on lower modesLED centering not perfect
Low CRI Osram P9 LEDs (mostly 6500K)Lack of electronic lockout, requiring physical tailcap lockout to prevent accidental activation18650 extension tube alignment and threading issuesOptional accessories required for headlamp use (headband)
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