Comparison Console
Wuben E8 vs Wuben X2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wuben E8 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben E8 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben X2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben E8 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E8 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E8 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E8 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 120% 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$67Cheapest
US$79Most expensive
Weight
90 g (3.17 oz)Lightest
123 g (4.34 oz)Heaviest
Length
91 mm (3.58 in)Longest
85.1 mm (3.35 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1300 lmLowest output
2500 lmHighest output
Max candela
3000 cdLowest candela
6850 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
110 m (361 ft)Lowest
165.5 m (543 ft)Highest
Max runtime
2100 minShortest runtime
4620 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
14500 rechargeable battery or standard AA battery
14500 Lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aluminum alloy body with plastic scales
Aluminum body
Use case profile
Best for
EDC enthusiastsCampingOutdoor useDaily carry
Everyday carryGeneral purpose useFlood beam lightingTravelPortable lighting
Common praise
Compact and lightweightGood brightness with neutral white LEDsCustomizable appearance with magnetic scalesSupports both rechargeable 14500 and standard AA batteriesIP68 waterproof and good impact resistanceMagnetic tailcap and M4 mounting for hands-free use
Bright output for sizeUSB-C onboard chargingComfortable pocketable sizeUnique flat, rectangular shape with ergonomic switch leverGood quality anodized aluminum constructionStrong pocket clip and lanyard optionLong runtime on lower modesHigh CRI available in LH351D LED versionIP68 water and dust resistance
Common complaints
UV mode included in main modes can complicate UINo shortcut to skip modesUV beam performance unimpressive with visible light spillButton feels cheap and rattly
Battery pack not user-replaceable without disassembly and solderingLarge clip may not suit front pocket carrySwitch lever easy to press making lockout necessary for pocket carryPWM visible on some modes but not noticeable to naked eyeUnusual flat shape may require adaptation to hold comfort