Comparison Console
Sofirn SC29 vs Wurkkos TS12 Mini Thrower
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Wurkkos TS12 Mini Thrower stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SC29 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 122% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TS12 Mini Thrower stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 250% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos TS12 Mini Thrower stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC29 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS12 Mini Thrower stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC29 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 122% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC29 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS12 Mini Thrower stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 250% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS12 Mini Thrower stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC29 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 33% 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
76.5 g (2.70 oz)Heaviest
75 g (2.65 oz)Lightest
Length
120.9 mm (4.76 in)Longest
90.8 mm (3.57 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmHighest output
1350 lmLowest output
Max candela
16272 cdLowest candela
55876.2 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
255.1 m (837 ft)Lowest
473 m (1552 ft)Highest
Max runtime
240 minShortest runtime
840 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 (Sofirn branded 5000mAh flat top)
1x 14500 Li-ion rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
Unknown
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Unknown
Not explicitly specified, presumed aluminum alloy based on typical materials but not confirmed
Use case profile
Best for
EDCGood balance of output and runtimeValue-oriented
EDC useLong-distance throw illuminationOutdoor explorationTravelCamping
Common praise
Good balance between high output and runtimeUnique TIR optic providing good beam qualityIP68 waterproof rating with USB-C chargingComfortable and functional designLockout mode for safety
Excellent throw-to-output ratioCompact and lightweightFast USB-C chargingVersatile modes including ramping and steppedGood build quality for the priceBattery level indication on switch
Common complaints
The magnetic tailcap magnet is relatively weakClip can scratch anodization with useBattery tube knurling style may not suit all usersSome discrepancy in reported weight
PWM detected in all modes (though fairly fast and not highly noticeable)Low CRI (cool tint)
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