Comparison Console
Wuben E12R vs Wurkkos HD05
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Wuben E12R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben E12R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 158% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben E12R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E12R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E12R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 158% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E12R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 7589% 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$63Most expensive
Weight
144.35 g (5.09 oz)Lightest
237 g (8.36 oz)Heaviest
Length
Unknown
129 mm (5.08 in)
Output
Max lumens
1200 lmLowest output
3100 lmHighest output
Max candela
7985 cdLowest candela
28056 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
179 m (587 ft)Lowest
335 m (1099 ft)Highest
Max runtime
10380 minLongest runtime
135 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 Li-Ion
21700 Li-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX6
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aviation grade aluminum
6061 aluminum alloy with stainless steel bezel and button outer ring
Use case profile
Best for
Powerbank Function UseCampingAround The HouseBackup Flashlight
EDC With Multiple Lighting ModesNight SearchesRepairsEmergency LightingMaintenance Inspections Using Uv Light
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
Multiple Lighting Modes Including Spot, Flood, Red, And UvHigh Maximum Brightness And Long ThrowAdjustable Color Temperature On FloodlightConvenient Foldable And Rotatable Floodlight WingDurable Aluminum Alloy ConstructionIncluded Rechargeable 21700 Battery With USB C ChargingMagnetic Base And Mounting Options For Hands Free Use
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
Red And Uv Light Quality Not Perfect (red Beam Not Smooth Close Up; Uv Has Visible Light Spill)Magnetic Rotary Selector Switch Can Be Rough And SlowStrobe Modes Produce Loud Clicking NoiseWater Resistance Limited By Foldable Wing DesignWing Mechanism May Cause Scratches On Body Over TimeHeavier Than Typical EDC Flashlights
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