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Wuben A9 vs Wuben L1
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Wuben L1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben L1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben A9 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 500% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben L1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A9 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 216% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben L1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A9 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 163% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben L1 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A9 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 500% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben L1 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A9 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 65% 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$249.99Most expensive
US$79Cheapest
Weight
447 g (15.77 oz)Heaviest
170 g (6.00 oz)Lightest
Length
215 mm (8.46 in)Longest
130 mm (5.12 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
12000 lmHighest output
2000 lmLowest output
Max candela
40900 cdHighest candela
30625 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
420 m (1378 ft)Highest
350 m (1148 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
33120 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
Custom 10200mAh 7.2V Li-ion battery pack
21700
Charging type
USB-C charging on battery, 5V 2A max input
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Aircraft-grade aluminum alloy
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Search and rescueOutdoor explorationExtreme conditions use
EDC useCampingHikingMechanic workVersatile lighting needs
Common praise
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
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
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
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
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