ThruNite Saber stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben E7 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben E7 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 173% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Wuben E7 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
ThruNite Saber stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
ThruNite Saber stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Wuben E7 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
ThruNite Saber stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Wuben E7 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 173% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
ThruNite Saber stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Wuben E7 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 279% 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.
1 x AA alkaline or 1 x 14500 rechargeable lithium-ion
18350 or 18650 lithium-ion battery
Charging type
USB-C on battery cell with included USB to USB-C cable
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Anodized aluminum
Aircraft-grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry▣Outdoor Activities▣Emergency Use
▣Everyday Carry (EDC)▣Outdoor Activities▣Camping▣Rescue▣Headlamp Use
Common praise
✓Compact Size And Lightweight Design✓Ability To Run On Widely Available Aa Or Rechargeable 14500 Battery✓Included USB C Rechargeable Battery And Cable✓Simple And Effective Two Mode Ui Reducing Complexity✓Good Beam Throw And Tight Beam Profile
✓Compact And Stylish Design✓High Output Up To 1800 Lumens✓Magnetic Tailcap For Versatile Mounting✓Waterproof To Ip68 Standard✓Rechargeable Via USB C✓Multiple Lighting Modes With Mode Memory✓Compatible With 18350 Or 18650 Batteries For Extended Runtime
Common complaints
⚠Low Cri Output (under 70)⚠Limited To Two Modes Only⚠No Built In Charging Port On Flashlight Body, Charging Occurs On Battery⚠Tailcap Unscrews At The Head End, Which Can Confuse Some Users
⚠Low Cri Osram P9 Leds (mostly 6500k)⚠Lack Of Electronic Lockout, Requiring Physical Tailcap Lockout To Prevent Accidental Activation⚠18650 Extension Tube Alignment And Threading Issues⚠Optional Accessories Required For Headlamp Use (headband)