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Nitecore NU05 V2 vs Wurkkos TS12 SFT25R
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore NU05 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TS12 SFT25R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 3275% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore NU05 V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 236% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore NU05 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS12 SFT25R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 576% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU05 V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS12 SFT25R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 3275% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS12 SFT25R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU05 V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 236% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU05 V2 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS12 SFT25R stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 205% 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$21.99
Weight
11.1 g (0.39 oz)Lightest
75 g (2.65 oz)Heaviest
Length
29.75 mm (1.17 in)Shortest
90.8 mm (3.57 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
40 lmLowest output
1350 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
Unknown
Beam distance
120 m (394 ft)Lowest
473 m (1552 ft)Highest
Max runtime
2820 minLongest runtime
840 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 120mAh Li-ion battery
14500 lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
PC (polycarbonate)
Aerospace grade 6061 aluminum alloy, hard-anodized type III military-grade finish
Use case profile
Best for
Safety signalingEveryday carryVersatile signaling (red and white lights)
Everyday carryOutdoor adventuresEmergency useLong-distance lighting
Common praise
Exceptionally lightweight and compact (11.1 g)Long runtime up to 47 hoursMultiple signaling modes with red and white lightsDurable with IP66 rating and 1m impact resistanceEasy one-handed operation with single button switchUSB-C rechargeable battery with built-in power indicator
Excellent throw-to-output ratio for its sizeGreat build quality for priceIncludes rechargeable 14500 battery and USB-C chargingMagnetic tailcap supports tailstanding and use with lanyardBattery level indicator in the switch
Common complaints
Low maximum brightness (40 lumens) limits use as primary flashlightLimited impact resistance to 1 meterNot suitable for high-lumen tactical illumination or long-range throw
PWM in all modes (though mostly unnoticeable)Low CRI LED color temperature around 7500KNo specified max candela value
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