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Wuben G1 vs Wuben G5

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

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Wuben G1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben G1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. Wuben G5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 900% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Wuben G1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.

Most expensive

Wuben G5 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.

Lightest

Wuben G1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Wuben G5 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 550% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Wuben G1 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Wuben G5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 900% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Wuben G1 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Wuben G5 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 491% 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 G1 — Beam distance: 15 m (49 ft)Wuben G1 — Max candela: 55 cdWuben G1 — Weight: 8 g (0.28 oz)Wuben G1 — Length: 68 mm (2.68 in)Wuben G1 — Retail price: US$24.95Wuben G1 — 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
Wuben G1
Wuben G5
Price & carry
Retail price
US$24.95Cheapest
US$24.99Most expensive
Weight
8 g (0.28 oz)Lightest
52 g (1.83 oz)Heaviest
Length
68 mm (2.68 in)Longest
62 mm (2.44 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
40 lmLowest output
400 lmHighest output
Max candela
55 cdLowest candela
3820 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
15 m (49 ft)Lowest
82 m (269 ft)Highest
Max runtime
660 minShortest runtime
3900 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Lithium-ion
Lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2m underwater for 1 hour)
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Durable ABS Plastic
Metal (Aluminum for standard; Titanium for Titanium Edition)
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday carry▣Travel▣Keychain use▣Daily 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 lightweight at 8 grams✓Bright for its size with 40 lumens output✓Long runtime of up to 11 hours on low mode✓USB-C rechargeable with 2.5 hour charging time✓IP68 waterproof rating✓Easy one-button operation
✓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
⚠Relatively low max output (40 lumens) may not suffice for demanding tasks⚠Minimal impact resistance (1 meter)⚠No detailed material specification
⚠Non-replaceable built-in battery⚠Some users may find controls (sliding switch, side button, rotary wheel) slightly complex initially⚠Minor control ergonomics issues