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Wuben G2 vs Wuben PL01
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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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)
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