Comparison Console
Nitecore P16 vs Wurkkos T1
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore P16 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos T1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos T1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 473% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos T1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P16 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P16 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos T1 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P16 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos T1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 473% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos T1 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P16 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2959% 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$70Most expensive
US$60Cheapest
Weight
136 g (4.80 oz)Lightest
140 g (4.94 oz)Heaviest
Length
151 mm (5.94 in)Longest
145 mm (5.71 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
960 lmLowest output
5500 lmHighest output
Max candela
20900 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
289 m (948 ft)Lowest
415 m (1362 ft)Highest
Max runtime
31200 minLongest runtime
1020 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x18650 or 2xCR123
21700 rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB-C (via Nitecore NL1826R battery)
USB-C fast charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HAIII military grade hard-anodized finish
Aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
EDCTactical useOutdoorWork-related flashlight use
Tactical useOutdoor activitiesCampingEmergency signalingNavigationNight fishing
Common praise
High brightness with a maximum of 960 lumensLong beam distance (~289 meters)Durable build with good impact and water resistanceUseful side switch and tactical tail switch interfacePower indicator display for battery level and voltageIncludes intelligent memory to store preferred brightness settingConvenient USB-C rechargeable battery available
High maximum brightness (5500 lumens)Long beam distance (415 meters)Multi-color utility side light enhances versatilityCompact, lightweight, and portable designErgonomic rotary switch for easy mode selectionGood waterproofing (IPX8) and durability
Common complaints
Not suitable for search and rescue due to lockout feature causing the light to shut off if caps loosenedLight may fail to turn on if head is slightly loosenedRough coating/texture not attractiveTail standing lamp feature may not be tactical in some scenarios
Turbo mode runs about one minute before stepping downComplex UI may require learning curve
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