Comparison Console
Nitecore TIP SE vs Wurkkos TS21
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore TIP SE stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TIP SE stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. Wurkkos TS21 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 400% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore TIP SE stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Wurkkos TS21 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
Nitecore TIP SE stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS21 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 199% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIP SE stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS21 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 400% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS21 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIP SE stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 355% 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$34.95Cheapest
US$35Most expensive
Weight
26.1 g (0.92 oz)Lightest
78 g (2.75 oz)Heaviest
Length
60 mm (2.36 in)Shortest
113.4 mm (4.46 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
700 lmLowest output
3500 lmHighest output
Max candela
2100 cdLowest candela
11900 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
98 m (322 ft)Lowest
217 m (712 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3000 minLongest runtime
660 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in rechargeable Li-ion battery
21700
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP54
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aluminum alloy
Aluminum (6061 grade aerospace grade aluminum alloy, hard-anodized Type III)
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryUrban preparednessTactical quick-accessEmergency use
Everyday carryHikingCampingEmergencyClose-to-mid range illuminationUsers who want advanced UI customization
Common praise
High output brightness of 700 lumens in a very compact keychain sizeUSB-C fast charging with visible charge indicatorDual LED design improves brightness and beam uniformityLightweight and durable aluminum alloy body with IP54 ratingLong runtime on low mode up to ~50 hours
High output brightness for sizeExcellent build quality for priceAdvanced Anduril firmware providing many modes and customizationConvenient USB-C charging with included batteryMagnetic tailcap and bi-directional pocket clip for versatile carry
Common complaints
Limited impact resistance to 1 meterNo replaceable battery (built-in only)Splash resistant but not fully waterproof
Output stepdown can be quick and noticeableUser interface may be complex for beginnersBody anodization shininess may not appeal to allIncluded manual may be sparse or missing
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