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Wuben A21 vs Wuben E12R

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Wuben E12R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben A21 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 250% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben E12R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 5667% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Lightest

Wuben E12R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Wuben A21 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Wuben E12R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Wuben A21 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 250% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Wuben A21 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Wuben E12R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 5667% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest candela

Wuben E12R stands out as the lowest candela option for max candela, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest candela

Wuben A21 stands out as the highest candela option for max candela, with about a 61% 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.

Wuben A21 — Beam distance: 222 m (728 ft)Wuben A21 — Max candela: 12854 cdWuben A21 — Weight: 217 g (7.65 oz)Wuben A21 — Max lumens: 4200 lmWuben A21 — Max runtime: 180 minWuben E12R — Beam distance: 179 m (587 ft)Wuben E12R — Max candela: 7985 cdWuben E12R — Weight: 144.35 g (5.09 oz)Wuben E12R — Max lumens: 1200 lmWuben E12R — Max runtime: 10380 minBeam distanceMax candelaWeightMax lumensMax runtime
Specification
Price & carry
Retail price
Unknown
US$52.79
Weight
217 g (7.65 oz)Heaviest
144.35 g (5.09 oz)Lightest
Length
135 mm (5.31 in)
Unknown
Output
Max lumens
4200 lmHighest output
1200 lmLowest output
Max candela
12854 cdHighest candela
7985 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
222 m (728 ft)Highest
179 m (587 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
180 minShortest runtime
10380 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 lithium-ion
18650 Li-Ion
Charging type
USB-C (up to 2A)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aluminum body, stainless steel bezel
Aviation grade aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
▣EDC Use▣High Output Flood Lighting▣Durability
▣Powerbank Function Use▣Camping▣Around The House▣Backup Flashlight
Common praise
✓High Quality Build And Materials✓Impressive Output Close To Rated 4200 Lumens✓High Beam Intensity And Wide Flood Beam✓Durable Stainless Steel Bezel✓Convenient USB C Charging With Included Battery✓Good Mode Memory And Lock Out Features
✓Good Grip Due To Knurling And Fins On Head✓Powerbank Function For Charging Devices✓Lighted Side Switch Is Easy To Find✓Long Max Runtime Of Up To 173 Hours
Common complaints
⚠Tailcap Difficult To Unscrew⚠Parasitic Drain Causing Slow Battery Discharge⚠Sound Of Metal Parts During High Heat Runtime⚠Long Battery Does Not Fit Most Chargers
⚠Relatively Large And Heavy For EDC In Jeans Pocket⚠Clear Tir Optic Without Protective Glass Lens⚠Need To Press Tail Cover Firmly For Full Waterproofing

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