Comparison Console
Wuben L3 vs Wurkkos HD05
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Wuben L3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben L3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben L3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben L3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben L3 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben L3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 5233% 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$49.99Cheapest
US$63Most expensive
Weight
180.7 g (6.37 oz)Lightest
237 g (8.36 oz)Heaviest
Length
138 mm (5.43 in)Longest
129 mm (5.08 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmLowest output
3100 lmHighest output
Max candela
12800 cdLowest candela
28056 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
226 m (741 ft)Lowest
335 m (1099 ft)Highest
Max runtime
7200 minLongest runtime
135 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-ion
21700 Li-ion
Charging type
USB-C 18W
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX6
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aluminium
6061 aluminum alloy with stainless steel bezel and button outer ring
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useOutdoor activitiesDog walkingEveryday carry
EDC with multiple lighting modesNight searchesRepairsEmergency lightingMaintenance inspections using UV light
Common praise
High max output of 3000 lumensGood sustained output and thermal regulationFast USB-C charging with powerbank featureCompact and lightweight design for a 21700 lightReliable build quality and anodized finishConvenient mode memory and versatile user interfaceIncludes accessories like belt clip and lanyard
Multiple lighting modes including spot, flood, red, and UVHigh maximum brightness and long throwAdjustable color temperature on floodlightConvenient foldable and rotatable floodlight wingDurable aluminum alloy constructionIncluded rechargeable 21700 battery with USB-C chargingMagnetic base and mounting options for hands-free use
Common complaints
Tint has low CRI and a greenish hueTurbo mode is only momentary, not constantMode order cycling can be confusingButton can be stiff and somewhat recessedNo mechanical lockout, some standby drain possible
Red and UV light quality not perfect (Red beam not smooth close-up; UV has visible light spill)Magnetic rotary selector switch can be rough and slowStrobe modes produce loud clicking noiseWater resistance limited by foldable wing designWing mechanism may cause scratches on body over timeHeavier than typical EDC flashlights
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