Comparison Console
Wuben A1 vs Wuben A9
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Wuben A9 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben A9 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben A1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben A9 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A1 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 296% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A9 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A1 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 542% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A9 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A1 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A9 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 31145% 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$989Most expensive
US$249.99Cheapest
Weight
2870 g (101.24 oz)Heaviest
447 g (15.77 oz)Lightest
Length
318 mm (12.52 in)Longest
215 mm (8.46 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
20000 lmHighest output
12000 lmLowest output
Max candela
1563000 cdHighest candela
40900 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
2500 m (8202 ft)Highest
420 m (1378 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
106 minShortest runtime
33120 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
8x21700 rechargeable cells (4S2P pack)
Custom 10200mAh 7.2V Li-ion battery pack
Charging type
Onboard charging via 19V/3A DC barrel plug
USB-C charging on battery, 5V 2A max input
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Aluminium
Aircraft-grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Search and rescueLong-range illuminationProfessional use from vehicles, helicopters, shipsUse as a power bank
Search and rescueOutdoor explorationExtreme conditions use
Common praise
Exceptional brightness and throw distanceRobust build quality with aluminium housing and IP68 ratingComes with a high quality hard case and comprehensive accessoriesUseful remote control with USB-C rechargeable batteryOnboard charging and power bank functionality
High maximum brightness with three Cree XHP70.2 LEDsLong runtime up to 23 days on low modeDurable aircraft-grade aluminum body with IP68 waterproofingMultiple lighting modes including strobe and SOSSmart switch with mode memory and lockout functionality
Common complaints
Very large and heavy, limiting EDC practicalityNo direct shortcut to low mode from offTailcap design prevents secure tailstandingSomewhat complex and unusual UIMissing included USB-C cable for charging despite USB-C port
Customized battery can be inconvenient as a proprietary packCharging is slow due to limited 5V 2A inputLarge size and weight may be bulky for some usersHead unscrewing and switch placement can make accessing battery tricky