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Wuben A22 vs Wuben X1

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

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Wuben A22 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben A22 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben X1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 167% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Wuben A22 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Wuben X1 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 123% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Wuben A22 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Wuben X1 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Wuben A22 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Wuben X1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 167% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Wuben X1 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Wuben A22 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1700% 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 A22 — Beam distance: 290 m (951 ft)Wuben A22 — Max candela: 21000 cdWuben A22 — Weight: 218 g (7.69 oz)Wuben A22 — Length: 135 mm (5.31 in)Wuben A22 — Retail price: US$79.99Wuben A22 — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Wuben X1 — Beam distance: 312 m (1024 ft)Wuben X1 — Max candela: 24336 cdWuben X1 — Weight: 386 g (13.62 oz)Wuben X1 — Length: 130 mm (5.12 in)Wuben X1 — Retail price: US$178Wuben X1 — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Specification
Price & carry
Retail price
US$79.99Cheapest
US$178Most expensive
Weight
218 g (7.69 oz)Lightest
386 g (13.62 oz)Heaviest
Length
135 mm (5.31 in)Longest
130 mm (5.12 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4500 lmLowest output
12000 lmHighest output
Max candela
21000 cdLowest candela
24336 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
290 m (951 ft)Lowest
312 m (1024 ft)Highest
Max runtime
2700 minLongest runtime
150 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 21700 Li-ion rechargeable battery or 1 x 18650 Li-ion rechargeable battery
21700 Lithium-ion
Charging type
Type-C (5V/2A)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP55
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Unknown
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Outdoor activitiesCampingMountain climbingCrime preventionDisaster preparednessEarthquake preventionPower outages
High output flood and spot beamWork useEDC with high brightness needsOutdoor activities
Common praise
High brightness outputVersatile modesGood waterproof and dustproof rating (IP68)Rapid charging with Type-CSwitch lock featureIncludes location fluorite light
High maximum output with stable regulation thanks to smart cooling fanSolid build quality with a unique rectangular shape that prevents rollingMultiple beam modes and programmable brightness levelsGood runtime performance relative to high outputConvenient USB-C onboard chargingIncludes lanyard and holsterBatteries included
Common complaints
Weight with battery could be considered heavy for some usersLength and bulk may be larger than typical EDC flashlights
Unusual rectangular shape may feel bulky or less ergonomic to someNo official IP water resistance rating due to fanSwitch can be mushy and produce a popping soundNo very low 'moonlight' modeFan operation audible under loadLanyard quality not premiumNo clip included for pocket carry

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