Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Acebeam L19 2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Acebeam L19 2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Acebeam L19 2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Acebeam L19 2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 65989% 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.
21700 Li-ion rechargeable battery (IMR21700NP-510A USB-C included), compatible with 18650 or two CR123/RCR123
21700 Li-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX6
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aircraft-grade aluminium with type III hard anodized anti-abrasive finish
6061 aluminum alloy with stainless steel bezel and button outer ring
Use case profile
Best for
▣Long-range illumination▣Tactical applications▣Hunting▣Security and law enforcement▣Outdoor use▣Search and rescue
▣EDC with multiple lighting modes▣Night searches▣Repairs▣Emergency lighting▣Maintenance inspections using UV light
Common praise
✓Extremely long throw distance (up to 1520 meters)✓High maximum brightness of 2200 lumens✓Durable and rugged build quality with IP68 rating✓Dual switch interface for fast and easy operation✓Good runtime especially in moonlight mode (up to 62 days)✓Suitable for tactical, hunting, and outdoor uses
✓Multiple lighting modes including spot, flood, red, and UV✓High maximum brightness and long throw✓Adjustable color temperature on floodlight✓Convenient foldable and rotatable floodlight wing✓Durable aluminum alloy construction✓Included rechargeable 21700 battery with USB-C charging✓Magnetic base and mounting options for hands-free use
Common complaints
⚠Heavier than typical EDC lights at 284 grams⚠Longer length may make pocket carry inconvenient⚠No included pocket clip; holster or aftermarket clip required
⚠Red and UV light quality not perfect (Red beam not smooth close-up; UV has visible light spill)⚠Magnetic rotary selector switch can be rough and slow⚠Strobe modes produce loud clicking noise⚠Water resistance limited by foldable wing design⚠Wing mechanism may cause scratches on body over time⚠Heavier than typical EDC flashlights