Comparison Console
Fenix E12 vs Wurkkos HD03
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix E12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos HD03 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos HD03 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 325% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos HD03 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD03 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD03 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 325% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD03 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 67% 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.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$25.04Most expensive
US$19Cheapest
Weight
27.3 g (0.96 oz)Lightest
48 g (1.69 oz)Heaviest
Length
76.6 mm (3.02 in)Longest
60 mm (2.36 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
160 lmLowest output
680 lmHighest output
Max candela
1936 cdLowest candela
2712 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
68 m (223 ft)Lowest
98 m (322 ft)Highest
Max runtime
4200 minLongest runtime
2520 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Single AA (NiMH or alkaline)
600mAh built-in LiPo
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Unknown
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX6
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
A6061-T6 aluminium with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aluminium
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryCampingGeneral Hiking UseBeginners And KidsProfessional Spare EDC
Everyday CarryOutdoor UseWork TasksHands Free UseClose Range IlluminationCampingWalkingRepairs
Common praise
Compact And LightweightDurable Aircraft Grade Aluminum BuildSimple And Easy To Use Single Tail SwitchGood Beam Quality With Soft, Balanced FloodLong Runtime On Low ModeIp68 Rated Water And Dust Resistance
Versatile Mounting Options Including Clip, Magnet, Lanyard, And Free StandingDecent White Light Output For Compact SizeHigh Cri Neutral White Floodlight For Quality Color RenderingIpx6 Water Resistance And Impact Resistant To 1.5mGood Runtime And Built In Charging With USB CIntuitive User Interface With Dual Switches
Common complaints
No Strobe Or SOS ModesNo Memory FunctionNo Included Pocket ClipBeam Distance Shorter Than Some Competitors
Rgb Lighting Is Low Brightness And Mostly DecorativeRgb Color Cycling Speed Makes Precise Selection DifficultSpotlight Has Low Cri And Slight Green TintBattery Cover Flap Is Somewhat FlimsyLight Shuts Off Abruptly At Runtime EndNo Last Mode Memory For Spotlight/floodlight Modes
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