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Wuben E12R vs Wuben L1

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 15% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben E12R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben L1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.

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What stands out

Cheapest

Wuben E12R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Wuben L1 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Wuben E12R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Wuben L1 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Wuben E12R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Wuben L1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest candela

Wuben E12R stands out as the lowest candela option for max candela, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest candela

Wuben L1 stands out as the highest candela option for max candela, with about a 284% 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 E12R — Beam distance: 179 m (587 ft)Wuben E12R — Max candela: 7985 cdWuben E12R — Weight: 144.35 g (5.09 oz)Wuben E12R — Retail price: US$52.79Wuben E12R — Max lumens: 1200 lmWuben L1 — Beam distance: 350 m (1148 ft)Wuben L1 — Max candela: 30625 cdWuben L1 — Weight: 170 g (6.00 oz)Wuben L1 — Retail price: US$79Wuben L1 — Max lumens: 2000 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightRetail priceMax lumens
Specification
Price & carry
Retail price
US$52.79Cheapest
US$79Most expensive
Weight
144.35 g (5.09 oz)Lightest
170 g (6.00 oz)Heaviest
Length
Unknown
130 mm (5.12 in)
Output
Max lumens
1200 lmLowest output
2000 lmHighest output
Max candela
7985 cdLowest candela
30625 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
179 m (587 ft)Lowest
350 m (1148 ft)Highest
Max runtime
10380 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 Li-Ion
21700
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aviation grade aluminum
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Powerbank function useCampingAround the houseBackup flashlight
EDC useCampingHikingMechanic workVersatile lighting needs
Common praise
Good grip due to knurling and fins on headPowerbank function for charging devicesLighted side switch is easy to findLong max runtime of up to 173 hours
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
Relatively large and heavy for EDC in jeans pocketClear TIR optic without protective glass lensNeed to press tail cover firmly for full waterproofing
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