Comparison Console
Wuben A21 vs Wuben L1
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wuben L1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben A21 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 110% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben L1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A21 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben L1 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A21 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 110% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben L1 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A21 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A21 stands out as the lowest candela option for max candela, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben L1 stands out as the highest candela option for max candela, with about a 138% 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
Unknown
US$79
Weight
217 g (7.65 oz)Heaviest
170 g (6.00 oz)Lightest
Length
135 mm (5.31 in)Longest
130 mm (5.12 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4200 lmHighest output
2000 lmLowest output
Max candela
12854 cdLowest candela
30625 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
222 m (728 ft)Lowest
350 m (1148 ft)Highest
Max runtime
180 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 lithium-ion
21700
Charging type
USB-C (up to 2A)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Aluminum body, stainless steel bezel
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
EDC useHigh output flood lightingDurability
EDC useCampingHikingMechanic workVersatile lighting needs
Common praise
High quality build and materialsImpressive output close to rated 4200 lumensHigh beam intensity and wide flood beamDurable stainless steel bezelConvenient USB-C charging with included batteryGood mode memory and lock-out features
Versatile dual-light sources with rotating headSolid build and anodized aluminum bodyStrong clip and magnet for multiple carry optionsOnboard charging with USB-C portIncluded high capacity 21700 battery
Common complaints
Tailcap difficult to unscrewParasitic drain causing slow battery dischargeSound of metal parts during high heat runtimeLong battery does not fit most chargers
Brightness output drops quickly after turbo mode startButtons are easy to press causing accidental activationUI differs between throw and flood channelsNo moonlight mode availableNo electrical lockout feature