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Wuben E7 vs Wuben G5

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Wuben G5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben E7 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben E7 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 350% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Wuben E7 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Wuben G5 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Wuben G5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Wuben E7 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Wuben G5 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Wuben E7 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 350% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Wuben G5 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Wuben E7 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 11% 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 E7 — Beam distance: 132 m (433 ft)Wuben E7 — Max candela: 4356 cdWuben E7 — Weight: 80 g (2.82 oz)Wuben E7 — Length: 61 mm (2.40 in)Wuben E7 — Retail price: US$24Wuben E7 — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)Wuben G5 — Beam distance: 82 m (269 ft)Wuben G5 — Max candela: 3820 cdWuben G5 — Weight: 52 g (1.83 oz)Wuben G5 — Length: 62 mm (2.44 in)Wuben G5 — Retail price: US$24.99Wuben G5 — Impact resistance: 2 m (7 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Specification
Price & carry
Retail price
US$24Cheapest
US$24.99Most expensive
Weight
80 g (2.82 oz)Heaviest
52 g (1.83 oz)Lightest
Length
61 mm (2.40 in)Shortest
62 mm (2.44 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmHighest output
400 lmLowest output
Max candela
4356 cdHighest candela
3820 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
132 m (433 ft)Highest
82 m (269 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
4320 minLongest runtime
3900 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18350 or 18650 lithium-ion battery
Lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft-grade aluminum alloy
Metal (Aluminum for standard; Titanium for Titanium Edition)
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry (EDC)▣Outdoor Activities▣Camping▣Rescue▣Headlamp Use
▣Everyday Carry (EDC)▣Indoor And Outdoor Use▣Hands Free Lighting▣Camping▣Emergency Signaling▣Mechanics And Technicians▣Budget Conscious Users▣Blackout Kits And Storm Shelters
Common praise
✓Compact And Stylish Design✓High Output Up To 1800 Lumens✓Magnetic Tailcap For Versatile Mounting✓Waterproof To Ip68 Standard✓Rechargeable Via USB C✓Multiple Lighting Modes With Mode Memory✓Compatible With 18350 Or 18650 Batteries For Extended Runtime
✓Compact And Lightweight Design✓Bright And Clean Beam With Useful Maximum 400 Lumens Output✓Useful Rgb Lighting Modes With Multiple Colors And Beacon Functionality✓Strong Magnetic Mount And Adjustable Pocket Clip✓Fast USB C Charging And Long Runtime Up To 65 Hours (3900 Minutes)✓Durable Metal Body With High Waterproof Rating (ip68)✓Good Value For The Price
Common complaints
⚠Low Cri Osram P9 Leds (mostly 6500k)⚠Lack Of Electronic Lockout, Requiring Physical Tailcap Lockout To Prevent Accidental Activation⚠18650 Extension Tube Alignment And Threading Issues⚠Optional Accessories Required For Headlamp Use (headband)
⚠Non Replaceable Built In Battery⚠Some Users May Find Controls (sliding Switch, Side Button, Rotary Wheel) Slightly Complex Initially⚠Minor Control Ergonomics Issues

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