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Fenix LD12R vs Wurkkos WK15
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wurkkos WK15 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LD12R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos WK15 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 400% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix LD12R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos WK15 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos WK15 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD12R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD12R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos WK15 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 400% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD12R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos WK15 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2961% 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$73.21Cheapest
US$90Most expensive
Weight
74 g (2.61 oz)Heaviest
70 g (2.47 oz)Lightest
Length
142 mm (5.59 in)Longest
113 mm (4.45 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
600 lmLowest output
3000 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
11892 cd
Beam distance
186 m (610 ft)Lowest
218 m (715 ft)Highest
Max runtime
980 minShortest runtime
30000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
14500 rechargeable Li-ion; also compatible with AA battery
1x21700 Li-ion battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Unknown
Aerospace grade 6061 aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryHands-free use with metal surfaces
Everyday carryBudget EDC useUsers wanting USB-C rechargeable flashlight
Common praise
Compact and lightweight designStrong maximum brightness of 600 lumensVersatile dual light outputs (main and side LEDs)Convenient USB-C charging portFully waterproof with IP68 ratingImpact resistant to 1.5 metersMagnetic clip for hands-free use on metal surfacesCompatibility with both 14500 rechargeable and AA batteries
Good build quality for priceReliable and compact designSimple and intuitive user interfaceComes with battery and accessoriesExcellent grip and clip
Common complaints
Decreased performance in cold weather when using certain NiMH batteriesHigh mode not accessible with AA batteriesRequires precise assembly to maintain reliable contactOccasional contact issues in cold environments
Brightness drops noticeably after 45 seconds on turboNoticeable color tint shift in beam due to emitterNo factory-installed magnet (optional tailcap available)No auto-lockout; manual lockout requiredCharge port rubber cover can be slightly misaligned
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