Fenix E35R vs Wuben X5
Quick take: The Wuben X5 costs $0.010000000000005116 less; the Fenix E35R is brighter (3,100 vs 1,300 lm); the Fenix E35R throws farther (253m vs 200m).
| Spec | Fenix E35R | Wuben X5 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $80 | $79.99 |
| Rating | — | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Lumens | 3,100 lm | 1,300 lm |
| Candela | 16,000 cd | 0 cd |
| Beam distance | 253m | 200m |
| Runtime | 2 hrs (high) | 2 hrs (high) |
| Battery | 21700 | Built-in |
| LED | Luminus SST70 | Luminus SST-36F |
| Beam type | Balanced | Flood |
| Modes | 5 Stepped | 5 Stepped + UV + Laser |
| UI | Simple | Dial selector + dual e-switch |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP65 |
| CRI | 70 | |
| Weight | 3.5 oz | 4.6 oz |
| Dimensions | 4.8 x 1.1 in | 5.4 x 1.3 x 0.6 in |
| Warranty | Lifetime | 5 Year |
What owners report
Fenix E35R
- ✓3,100 lumens and 246 m of throw from a genuinely pocketable body
- ✓TIR lens gives a precise, uniform beam
- ✓Top-notch fit and finish with even weight distribution
- ✓Built-in USB-C charging on the current version
- ✓Strobe available for self-defence use
- ✗No shortcuts to eco or turbo — you have to cycle through modes
- ✗The magnet is strong enough to collect keys and other metal
- ✗Slippery in the hand without the pocket clip
- ✗No holster included
- ✗Not a tactical light despite the output