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Nitecore P16 TAC vs Wurkkos TS27
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore P16 TAC stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P16 TAC stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TS27 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 220% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore P16 TAC stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS27 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P16 TAC stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS27 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 252% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P16 TAC stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS27 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 220% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS27 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P16 TAC stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% 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$85Cheapest
US$88.65Most expensive
Weight
245 g (8.64 oz)Lightest
862 g (30.41 oz)Heaviest
Length
151 mm (5.94 in)Shortest
217.5 mm (8.56 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
3200 lmHighest output
Max candela
22500 cdLowest candela
178600 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
300 m (984 ft)Lowest
845 m (2772 ft)Highest
Max runtime
36000 minLongest runtime
18000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 Li-ion or 2 x CR123A batteries
15,000mAh 32140 LiFePO4 battery
Charging type
Unknown
USB-C, fast charging, reverse charging (power bank)
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aero grade aluminium alloy with HAIII military grade hard anodised finish
6061-T6 aviation-grade aluminum, Type III hard anodized coating
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical UseOutdoor ActivitiesEmergency SituationsEDC
Emergency Home LightingCamping TripsVehicle KitsOutdoor Work Setups
Common praise
High Maximum BrightnessLong Runtime On Ultra Low ModeMultiple Brightness LevelsDurable Construction With Military Grade Anodized FinishWaterproof To IPX 8Impact Resistant To 1.5 MetersTactical Tail Switch With Side Switch For Easy One Hand Use
Very Bright With High Output Of 3200 LumensLong Beam Distance Up To 845 MetersVersatile Modes Including Adjustable Cct And Rgb LanternLong Runtime Up To 300 HoursDurable Build With Ip68 Rating And Aviation Grade AluminumPower Bank Function For Charging Devices
Common complaints
Batteries Not Included In Some PackagesWeight Slightly Heavier Than Compact Keychain Lights
Large And Heavy For Pocket EDC UsePwm Observed On Flood ModeNot Reversible Battery Tube, Limiting Battery Orientation
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