The Wuben X1 Pro is a high-output rechargeable flashlight built around a combined spot-and-flood beam. I purchased the X1 Pro and put it through an initial hands-on nighttime test to see how its beam, controls, carry system, charging setup, and overall size translate to security and patrol use.
🟢 OSG Personally Tested: This Wuben X1 Pro was personally handled, photographed, and tested by Oregon Security Guide. The beam observations below are based on my initial hands-on use. Long-term durability and full-shift runtime testing are still ongoing.
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Wuben X1 Pro Review: Quick Verdict
The X1 Pro is not a traditional slim duty flashlight. It is a larger, heavier high-output light that makes the most sense when you need to illuminate a wide parking area, loading dock, building exterior, trail, yard, or other large space. In my initial nighttime test, the combination of flood and spot lighting produced far more area coverage than a typical handheld patrol light.
For most security officers, I would treat it as a specialized search and area-lighting tool rather than the only flashlight on the belt. A smaller primary duty light is still easier to carry for routine door checks, reports, stairwells, and indoor patrol.
Wuben X1 Pro Specifications
| Maximum listed output | 12,300 lumens |
| High | 3,000 lumens / 1.8 hours |
| Medium | 1,000 lumens / 5.5 hours |
| Low | 400 lumens / 14 hours |
| Eco | 20 lumens / 220 hours |
| Beam distance | Up to 410 meters |
| Peak intensity | 42,025 candela |
| Weather protection | IP65 |
| Impact rating | 1 meter |
| Weight | 383 g / 13.51 oz with batteries |
| Dimensions | 138 × 59.6 × 29.5 mm |
| Power | Two Wuben 21700 batteries |
Night Beam Test
I tested the X1 Pro outside at night to get a practical look at the beam. The biggest difference compared with a normal cylindrical duty flashlight is how much area it can light at once. The flood component gives you broad situational visibility while the spot component adds reach farther down a path, parking area, or property line.
That combination is useful for exterior patrol because you do not always want to choose between a narrow long-distance hotspot and a wide close-range flood. The X1 Pro can provide both, although maximum-output modes are far brighter than you need for routine indoor work.
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Short hands-on look at the Wuben X1 Pro during the review process.
Size, Carry, and Belt Holster
The included belt holster is important because the X1 Pro is substantially bulkier than a conventional duty flashlight. At about 13.5 ounces with batteries, it is noticeable on a belt. The holster gives it a practical carry option, but officers who already carry a radio, gloves, keys, medical equipment, and other gear should consider the added weight before making it part of an everyday setup.
For vehicle patrol, a security desk, mobile patrol bag, emergency kit, or assignment where large-area searches are common, the size is much easier to justify.
Charging and Accessories
My package included the X1 Pro, two 21700 batteries, belt holster, Type-C charging lanyard, spare fan screw pack, and user manual. The charging connection is built into the light, making it straightforward to top off between shifts without removing batteries.
What I Like So Far
- Very wide usable beam: The flood output can illuminate a large section of a property at once.
- Useful distance: The dedicated spot component adds reach for perimeter and parking-lot checks.
- Multiple practical output levels: Lower settings are much more appropriate for routine security tasks than maximum output.
- Included holster: You do not have to immediately find an aftermarket carry solution.
- Rechargeable setup: The USB-C charging system fits daily duty use well.
- Distinctive form factor: The flat body is easier to set down and position than many round flashlights.
Potential Downsides
- Weight: At roughly 13.5 ounces with batteries, it is heavy compared with a conventional duty flashlight.
- Bulk: It takes more belt space and is less convenient for routine indoor patrol.
- Heat at high output: Extremely bright modes create heat and are not designed to remain at peak output indefinitely.
- IP65 rather than IP68: It is protected against dust and water jets, but some competing duty lights carry a higher ingress-protection rating.
- More light than many tasks require: Maximum brightness can be excessive around reflective walls, windows, vehicles, patients, residents, and coworkers.
Best Uses for Security Officers
- Parking-lot and parking-structure patrol
- Loading docks and warehouse exteriors
- Large commercial properties
- Perimeter and fence-line checks
- Trail, campus, and outdoor patrol
- Searching large dark areas
- Mobile patrol vehicles and emergency kits
- Power-outage and emergency lighting
I would still pair the X1 Pro with a smaller handheld or clip light for reports, indoor checks, keyholes, equipment inspections, and other close-range tasks.
Who Should Skip It?
If your assignment is almost entirely indoors and you want a light that disappears on your belt, the X1 Pro is probably more flashlight than you need. A slimmer Streamlight, Fenix, or similar duty light will be easier to carry through an eight- or twelve-hour shift.
Final Verdict
After my initial hands-on test, the Wuben X1 Pro stands out most as a high-output area and search light. The spot-and-flood combination is genuinely useful outdoors, and the included holster makes professional carry possible. Its biggest tradeoff is straightforward: you get a huge amount of light, but you also carry more size and weight.
For a security officer who regularly patrols large exterior properties, parking areas, industrial sites, or poorly lit campuses, the X1 Pro offers capabilities a normal pocket-size duty flashlight cannot match. For routine fixed-post or indoor work, I would keep it as a specialized secondary light rather than the only flashlight on the belt.
Testing note: This review reflects an initial hands-on evaluation and nighttime beam test. I will update it as I accumulate more field time with the X1 Pro, especially around long-term runtime, holster comfort, charging behavior, and durability.
FAQS
Is the Wuben X1 Pro suitable for security patrols?
Yes. Its combination of a wide floodlight and focused spotlight makes it useful for parking lots, building exteriors, stairwells and other patrol environments. However, its size and weight may be greater than what some officers want for routine belt carry.
How bright is the Wuben X1 Pro?
The Wuben X1 Pro has a claimed maximum output of 12,300 lumens when using its spotlight and floodlight together. Turbo output is temporary and will decrease as the light regulates heat. Wuben lists the complete output specifications here.
What is the difference between the flood and spotlight modes?
The floodlight produces wide, close-range illumination for searching rooms and scanning large areas. The spotlight creates a more concentrated beam for identifying objects or activity farther away.
How far can the Wuben X1 Pro shine?
Wuben lists a maximum beam distance of approximately 410 meters. Real-world visibility will vary based on the selected mode, weather, ambient lighting and the reflectivity of the object being illuminated.
How long does the Wuben X1 Pro battery last?
Runtime depends heavily on the brightness setting. Wuben lists approximately 1.8 hours at 3,000 lumens and 5.5 hours at 1,000 lumens when both beams are used. Lower settings provide substantially longer runtime.
Does the Wuben X1 Pro use replaceable batteries?
Yes. The X1 Pro uses two rechargeable 21700 lithium-ion batteries. The batteries are replaceable, which can extend the flashlight’s usable life and allow officers to carry compatible backups.
Is the Wuben X1 Pro waterproof?
The X1 Pro has an IP65 rating, meaning it is protected against dust and water jets such as rain. It should not be treated as a submersible flashlight.
Can the Wuben X1 Pro charge a phone?
Yes. The flashlight supports 15-watt reverse charging, allowing its battery to function as a power bank for a phone or another compatible USB device.
Is the Wuben X1 Pro too large for everyday carry?
It is compact for its output but heavier than a typical pocket flashlight. Wuben lists its loaded weight at approximately 383 grams, or 13.5 ounces. It may work better in a patrol bag, jacket pocket or dedicated holder than in a standard pants pocket.
