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Nitecore NU20 Classic vs Wuben E7

What NU20 Classic does better (0) and where E7 wins (3) — every spec side by side.

Nitecore NU20 Classic
Nitecore · 2024NU20 Classic
5.9Score
0 advantages≈ $25
vs
Wuben E7
Wuben · 2024E7
9.3Score
3 advantages≈ $25
Higher score
3.8Brightness & throw6.8
6.2Battery & charging8.0
6.8Build & durability8.8
5.9Features5.9

Why is NU20 Classic better than E7?

NU20 Classic has no measurable advantages in this pair.

Why is E7 better than NU20 Classic?

  1. Maximum output360 lm vs 1,800 lm5×
  2. Maximum runtime97 h vs 180 h+86%
  3. Water protection (IPx)IPx6 vs IPx8+33%
Specifications

Side by side

Wuben E7Wuben E7≈ $259.3
Light output
Maximum output360 lm1,800 lm
Peak beam intensity—4,360 cd
Beam distance (ANSI FL1)—132 m
Light sourceLEDLED
LED & beam
LED maker—Osram
Number of LEDs—6
Battery & charging
Battery—18650 Li-ion, 18350 Li-ion
Maximum runtime97 h180 h
RechargeableYesYes
USB-C chargingYesYes
Battery level indicatorYes—
Power bank function—Yes
Build & durability
Protection ratingIP66IP68
Water protection (IPx)IPx6IPx8
Submersible to—2 m
Magnetic tail / base—Yes
Pocket clip—Yes
Size & weight
Weight38 g—
Modes & features
Brightness levels—6
SOS / beaconYes—
Red lightYes—
LockoutYes—
Colours—Black
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