Wuben E7 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos FC11C Buck 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 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Wurkkos FC11C Buck stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Wuben E7 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Wuben E7 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Wurkkos FC11C Buck stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Wurkkos FC11C Buck stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Wuben E7 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Wuben E7 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Wurkkos FC11C Buck stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 594% 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.
▣Everyday carry (EDC)▣Outdoor activities▣Camping▣Rescue▣Headlamp use
▣Everyday carry▣Newcomers and experienced users▣General purpose EDC▣Budget flashlight enthusiasts
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
✓Excellent value and build quality for price✓Stable regulated output with good runtime✓High CRI LED for pleasing color rendering✓Simple and intuitive UI with ramping and stepped modes✓Magnetic tailcap enables hands-free use✓Waterproof to IPX8 standard✓Includes 3000mAh 18650 battery and USB-C cable
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)
⚠Some external parts (cooling fins and lanyard hole) feel slightly sharp⚠Tailcap magnet might attract metal debris⚠Clip is friction fit and not deep carry⚠Flap covering USB-C port can open accidentally