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Nitecore LR30 vs Wurkkos WK03
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Wurkkos WK03 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos WK03 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 778% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore LR30 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2596% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos WK03 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LR30 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LR30 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos WK03 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 778% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos WK03 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LR30 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2596% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LR30 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos WK03 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 10% 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
Unknown
US$14.99
Weight
60 g (2.12 oz)Heaviest
55 g (1.94 oz)Lightest
Length
92 mm (3.62 in)Shortest
101.5 mm (4.00 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
205 lmLowest output
1800 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
9450 cd
Beam distance
20 m (66 ft)Lowest
194 m (636 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3720 minLongest runtime
138 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 or 2 x CR123A batteries
18650 lithium-ion
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX6
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Plastic (durable PC materials)
Aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
CampingOutdoor useWorkshop useGeneral EDC
EDC useAffordable 18650 flashlightUsers needing USB-C chargingThose desiring a compact, lightweight 18650 flashlight
Common praise
Strong magnetic base useful for workshop or car bonnet attachmentGood white light output that preserves colors wellVersatile battery options (1x 18650 or 2x CR123)Multiple lighting modes including red light for preservation of night vision
Excellent value for money, offering high output and USB-C charging for under $17Lightweight and compact with good build qualitySimple and intuitive user interface with battery level indicationGood beam profile from TIR opticMultiple modes including direct access to moonlight and turbo
Common complaints
No rechargeable battery optionNot specified LED typeLimited beam distance at 20 metersNo SOS beacon mode on white light
PWM used on all brightness modesBrightness drops after about one minute at turbo due to direct-drive FET driverMoonlight and turbo modes accessible only via shortcutsLanyard hole prevents clean tailstanding when attachedSharp cooling fins on headLower CRI in original SST-40 version (improved in Nichia 519A "Gold" edition)
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