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Wuben E18 vs Wuben G2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wuben G2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben G2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben G2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 178% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben G2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E18 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben G2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E18 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 125% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E18 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben G2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 178% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E18 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben G2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2314% 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$28Most expensive
US$22.99Cheapest
Weight
63 g (2.22 oz)Heaviest
28 g (0.99 oz)Lightest
Length
97 mm (3.82 in)Longest
58.5 mm (2.30 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
180 lmLowest output
500 lmHighest output
Max candela
1768 cdHighest candela
540 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
84.1 m (276 ft)Highest
46 m (151 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
174 minShortest runtime
4200 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1xAA alkaline or NiMH
Lithium polymer
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (claimed)
Unknown
Impact resistance
Unknown
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aluminum body with diamond knurling
Aluminum alloy + plastic
Use case profile
Best for
EDCCampingGeneral purpose handheld use
Everyday carry (EDC)Short walks to car or doorstepIndoor and outdoor small tasksHands-free use via magnet or clip
Common praise
Good build qualityComfortable diamond knurlingSimple and effective user interfaceQuiet mechanical switch with positive actionReverse clicky allows mode changes during operation
Compact and lightweight design (28g) suitable for pocket carryFive brightness modes including a long-lasting moonlight modeReliable USB-C charging with an indicator LEDMagnetic tail allows hands-free attachmentComes with a pocket clip and keyring attachment
Common complaints
Does not support 14500 lithium-ion cellsHigh beam stepdown after initial runtimeCool white Cree XP-G3 LED not favored by enthusiastsNo onboard chargingTail switch design prevents stable tailstanding
Battery is not replaceableNo waterproof rating providedPlastic pocket clip is not reversible and offers moderate retentionNo blinky/strobe modes included
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