Comparison Console
Nitecore P16 TAC vs Wurkkos TS32
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 44% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P16 TAC stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TS32 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1200% 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 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS32 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P16 TAC stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS32 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P16 TAC stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS32 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1200% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS32 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P16 TAC stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 14% 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$85.99Most expensive
Weight
245 g (8.64 oz)Lightest
435 g (15.34 oz)Heaviest
Length
151 mm (5.94 in)Longest
132.4 mm (5.21 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
13000 lmHighest output
Max candela
22500 cdLowest candela
85416 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
300 m (984 ft)Lowest
584 m (1916 ft)Highest
Max runtime
36000 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 Li-ion or 2 x CR123A batteries
3x 21700 Li-Ion
Charging type
Unknown
USB-C (direct and reverse charging)
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aero grade aluminium alloy with HAIII military grade hard anodised finish
Aerospace-grade 6061-T6 aluminum alloy with military-grade type III hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useOutdoor activitiesEmergency situationsEDC
Search & rescueHuntingSecurity professionalsLarge-area lightingTactical useEDC for enthusiasts
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
High maximum output of 13,000 lumens with dual-beam designGood balance between flood and throw with independent controlIncludes USB-C charging and power bank capabilitiesSmooth user interface with stepped and ramping modesSolid build quality with IP68 rating and impact resistance
Common complaints
Batteries not included in some packagesWeight slightly heavier than compact keychain lights
Turbo mode generates excessive heat and is recommended only for short burstsCharging protocols are dated and do not fully utilize USB-C potentialNo battery inclusion; must be purchased separatelyNo USB-C to USB-C cable includedAt higher outputs, thermal management limits sustained brightness
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