The Lowdown
Despite its small size for deep-pocket carry, the Wuben X5 is packed with features and lighting options. This is a great EDC tool since it does so many things and is so rugged.
Overall
Pros
- Lightweight
- Tons of features
- USB-C Rechargeable
- Rugged
- Unique design
- Easily carried in a pocket
Cons
If you think your smartphone’s flashlight is cutting it, I’m here to gently stage an intervention. Today, we are diving deep into a tiny titan that’s been living in my pocket and saving my shins from late-night coffee runs: the WUBEN X5 3-in-1 Compact EDC Flashlight. WUBEN has been dropping some fantastic gear lately, as you can see from our review of the WUBEN X1 Pro. The X5 is smaller and easier to carry but also hits with big features.
The WUBEN X5 3-in-1 compact EDC Flashlight is pocket-friendly, measuring 21mm thick x 107.05mm in length and 30.05mm in width, and weighing only 128g. While this light is small, it packs a punch in performance. Max output is 1,300 Lumens with a beam distance of up to 360 feet. It carries an IP65 waterproof rating and includes a built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery with USB-C charging.
The key to the WUBEN X5’s magic is its 3-in-1 feature. This is where it goes beyond a flashlight and becomes a tool.
At its core, it’s a high-performance Everyday Carry (EDC) light. It features multiple brightness modes, so you don’t accidentally burn your retinas when you’re just looking for a dropped guitar pick under the couch. The beam profile is wide and floods the area beautifully, making it highly practical for actual use, not just pointing at distant trees.
Imagine being out, your phone hits the dreaded 2% battery mark, and you have no outlet in sight. The WUBEN X5 steps up. Thanks to its bidirectional USB-C port, this flashlight doubles as an emergency power bank. It won’t fully juice up an iPad, but it will absolutely give your phone enough life to call for help or finish navigating home.
WUBEN designed the X5 with a clever, flat-sided geometry and a heavy-duty clip. You can stand it up on a tail-cap like a candle, clip it to a baseball cap brim as an impromptu headlamp, or attach it to a backpack strap. It stays where you put it, leaving your hands free to actually get work done. The Wuben X5 also includes a green laser pointer in the 508-525nm range, which works with an instant-on button and can be used without switching through the other modes.
As if these were not enough features in this light, it also includes a 365 nm UV light, perfect for detecting pet urine, counterfeit markings, hidden residues, and leak traces. You can even discover scorpions with this light as they glow under UV lighting.
The aesthetic is definitely a talking point. It features a rugged, industrial outer skeleton with clear windows that show off the internal tech and custom circuitry. It’s got a tactile, satisfying power button that is easy to find in the dark, and the battery indicator light ensures you never get caught flat-footed. Plus, it charges via standard USB-C. Despite its small size for deep-pocket carry, the Wuben X5 is packed with features and lighting options. This is a great EDC tool since it does so many things and is so rugged.
The Wuben X5 3-in-1 Flashlight retails for $99.99 (currently on sale for $79.99); it is available directly from the manufacturer and other retailers, including Amazon.
Source: Manufacturer supplied review sample
What I Like: Lightweight; Tons of features; USB-C Rechargeable; Rugged; Unique design; Easily carried in a pocket
What Needs Improvement: Nothing
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