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Wuben G2 vs Wuben G5

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

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Wuben G2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben G2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben G2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.

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What stands out

Cheapest

Wuben G2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Wuben G5 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Wuben G2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Wuben G5 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Wuben G5 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Wuben G2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Wuben G5 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Wuben G2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 8% 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 G2 — Beam distance: 46 m (151 ft)Wuben G2 — Max candela: 540 cdWuben G2 — Weight: 28 g (0.99 oz)Wuben G2 — Length: 58.5 mm (2.30 in)Wuben G2 — Retail price: US$22.99Wuben G2 — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 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$22.99Cheapest
US$24.99Most expensive
Weight
28 g (0.99 oz)Lightest
52 g (1.83 oz)Heaviest
Length
58.5 mm (2.30 in)Shortest
62 mm (2.44 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmHighest output
400 lmLowest output
Max candela
540 cdLowest candela
3820 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
46 m (151 ft)Lowest
82 m (269 ft)Highest
Max runtime
4200 minLongest runtime
3900 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Lithium polymer
Lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
Unknown
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aluminum alloy + plastic
Metal (Aluminum for standard; Titanium for Titanium Edition)
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Short walks to car or doorstepIndoor and outdoor small tasksHands-free use via magnet or clip
Everyday carry (EDC)Indoor and outdoor useHands-free lightingCampingEmergency signalingMechanics and techniciansBudget-conscious usersBlackout kits and storm shelters
Common praise
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
Compact and lightweight designBright and clean beam with useful maximum 400 lumens outputUseful RGB lighting modes with multiple colors and beacon functionalityStrong magnetic mount and adjustable pocket clipFast 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
Battery is not replaceableNo waterproof rating providedPlastic pocket clip is not reversible and offers moderate retentionNo blinky/strobe modes included
Non-replaceable built-in batterySome users may find controls (sliding switch, side button, rotary wheel) slightly complex initiallyMinor control ergonomics issues