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Wuben E12R vs Wuben X5
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wuben X5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben E12R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben X5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben E12R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X5 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E12R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E12R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E12R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X5 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 16% 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$52.79Cheapest
US$80Most expensive
Weight
144.35 g (5.09 oz)Heaviest
129 g (4.55 oz)Lightest
Length
Unknown
137 mm (5.39 in)
Output
Max lumens
1200 lmLowest output
1300 lmHighest output
Max candela
7985 cdLowest candela
10000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
179 m (587 ft)Lowest
200 m (656 ft)Highest
Max runtime
10380 minShortest runtime
12000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 Li-Ion
Lithium-ion or AAA
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP65
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aviation grade aluminum
6061 aluminum with Type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Powerbank function useCampingAround the houseBackup flashlight
Everyday carry with flat EDC design for flush pocket carryUsers needing white, UV, and green laser in one lightSituations requiring backup power via AAA batteries
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
Innovative 3-in-1 light combination in a compact flat lightAAA battery fallback for extended useConvenient dual switches and rotary dial UI with lockout modeRobust build quality with anodized aluminum housingIP65 dust and water resistance and impact resistance
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
Lower than rated maximum output in practical useLow CRI of white LEDTurbo mode steps down quickly after 1 minuteModerate weight and thickness compared to some competitors
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