Wuben H5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben H5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TH30 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 730% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Wuben H5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
ThruNite TH30 V2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Wuben H5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
ThruNite TH30 V2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Wuben H5 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
ThruNite TH30 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 730% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Wuben H5 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
ThruNite TH30 V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 450% 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 18650 lithium-ion rechargeable (IMR recommended)
1 x AA / 1 x 14500 rechargeable
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C charging cable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aircraft-grade aluminum (AL 6061-T6) with premium type III hard-anodized finish
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
▣Camping▣Hiking▣Cycling▣Indoor and outdoor activities▣Tactical use▣Work light use
▣Everyday Carry (EDC)▣Hands-free headlamp use▣Multi-directional lighting with clip
Common praise
✓High maximum output of 3320 lumens✓Good runtime especially on high and medium-low modes✓USB-C onboard charging✓Simple and intuitive user interface✓Battery indicator on the switch✓Build quality and materials✓Included non-proprietary battery
✓Versatile multifunctional design with 360° rotatable clip✓Good build quality and reliable output✓IP68 water resistance and 1.5m impact resistance✓Bright 400 lumen max output with regulated driver✓Comfortable and secure headband for most activities
Common complaints
⚠Low mode jumps up too high from moonlight mode (30 lumens is too bright for some users)⚠Rubber USB charging cover flap is long and somewhat flexible⚠Headband strap comfort decreases after stretching during prolonged use
⚠Headlamp strap design may not be ideal for jogging⚠Clip removal requires unscrewing tailcap⚠No strobe mode, only SOS blinky