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Wuben PL01 vs Wurkkos WK03 SST40
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Wuben PL01 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos WK03 SST40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos WK03 SST40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 177% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos WK03 SST40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben PL01 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben PL01 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos WK03 SST40 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben PL01 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos WK03 SST40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 177% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos WK03 SST40 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben PL01 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 443% 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$20Most expensive
US$14.99Cheapest
Weight
45 g (1.59 oz)Lightest
55 g (1.94 oz)Heaviest
Length
135 mm (5.31 in)Longest
101.5 mm (4.00 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
650 lmLowest output
1800 lmHighest output
Max candela
1686 cdLowest candela
15238 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
82 m (269 ft)Lowest
247 m (810 ft)Highest
Max runtime
7500 minLongest runtime
1380 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 10880 Li-ion or 2x AAA cells
18650 lithium-ion
Charging type
USB-C (on-cell)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryDaily commuteBusiness tripCampingOutdoor workTravelEmergenciesInspectionHands-free lighting with clip
Everyday carryCampingHiking
Common praise
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
Affordable price point for a fully featured 18650 EDC flashlightGood build quality with included accessoriesUSB-C charging with integrated charging indicatorBright output with decent beam throw for size
Common complaints
Output slightly lower than claimedPositive DUV tint (slightly greenish)
Low CRI around 70PWM in all modes which may cause flickerAccidental activation possible due to small protruding switchSharp cooling fins can be uncomfortable to holdLimited information on impact resistance
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