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Nitecore EC23 vs Wurkkos TS28
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore EC23 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TS28 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TS28 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos TS28 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS28 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 122% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS28 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the shortest option for length.
Wurkkos TS28 stands out as the longest option for length.
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$58.95Most expensive
US$54.99Cheapest
Weight
78 g (2.75 oz)Lightest
173 g (6.10 oz)Heaviest
Length
128.7 mm (5.07 in)Shortest
129 mm (5.08 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmLowest output
3200 lmHighest output
Max candela
16200 cdLowest candela
70428 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
255 m (837 ft)Lowest
506 m (1660 ft)Highest
Max runtime
19800 min
19800 min
Power & durability
Battery type
1× 18650 Li-ion (output ≥ 8A) or 2× CR123 (single use or rechargeable)
21700 Li-ion
Charging type
USB (implied by USB flashlight naming and included battery)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters submersible)
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aero grade aluminium alloy with HAIII military grade hard-anodised finish
Aluminum alloy body with stainless steel bezel
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor useCampingSearch tasksSurvival/bushcraft
EDCOutdoor useCampingHikingEmergenciesGeneral purpose lighting
Common praise
High maximum brightness (1800 lumens)Long maximum runtime (up to 330 hours in ultralow mode)Compact size and lightweightMultiple output levels and special modesWaterproof and impact resistantBuilt-in battery power indicatorComfortable diamond knurled body grip
High brightness for the priceGood beam throw and balanced beamDurable build with IP68 and impact resistanceVersatile output modes including stepped and rampingConvenient USB-C charging and power bank feature
Common complaints
Switch can be fiddly or less intuitiveTurbo mode requires specific high-output batteryNot compatible with all 18650 batteries for turbo mode
No lockout mode to prevent accidental activationNo pocket clip includedLower CRI (~70) LED with cooler tintNo built-in charging indication on some units
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