Comparison Console
Wuben G2 vs Wuben PL01
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wuben G2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben PL01 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben PL01 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben PL01 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben G2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben G2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben PL01 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben G2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben PL01 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben G2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben PL01 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 79% 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$22.99Most expensive
US$20Cheapest
Weight
28 g (0.99 oz)Lightest
45 g (1.59 oz)Heaviest
Length
58.5 mm (2.30 in)Shortest
135 mm (5.31 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmLowest output
650 lmHighest output
Max candela
540 cdLowest candela
1686 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
46 m (151 ft)Lowest
82 m (269 ft)Highest
Max runtime
4200 minShortest runtime
7500 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Lithium polymer
1x 10880 Li-ion or 2x AAA cells
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C (on-cell)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
Unknown
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aluminum alloy + plastic
Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy
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 carryDaily commuteBusiness tripCampingOutdoor workTravelEmergenciesInspectionHands-free lighting with clip
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
High CRI (>90) neutral white lightLow price and good valueCompact and lightweight designDual power option using 10880 Li-ion or AAA batteriesGood waterproof and impact resistance
Common complaints
Battery is not replaceableNo waterproof rating providedPlastic pocket clip is not reversible and offers moderate retentionNo blinky/strobe modes included
Output slightly lower than claimedPositive DUV tint (slightly greenish)