Wurkkos TS26S stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SC33 5200LM stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SC33 5200LM stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Sofirn SC33 5200LM stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Wurkkos TS26S stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Wurkkos TS26S stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Sofirn SC33 5200LM stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Wurkkos TS26S stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Sofirn SC33 5200LM stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Wurkkos TS26S stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Sofirn SC33 5200LM stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 11900% 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.
▣Everyday carry▣Camping▣Search and rescue▣Outdoor adventures▣Emergency lighting▣Inspection and repair▣Tactical use
▣Everyday carry (EDC)▣General purpose lighting▣Photography lighting▣Night activities▣Camping▣Inspection▣Emergency use
Common praise
✓High maximum output and good sustained brightness✓Good build quality for price✓Convenient USB-C charging with included cable✓Intuitive user interface with stepped and smooth ramping✓Feature to disable auto-lockout✓Long maximum runtime at low modes✓IPX8 water resistance
✓High quality and solid build✓Smooth regulated brightness with boost driver✓Good color rendering with Nichia 519A LEDs✓Convenient USB-C charging and included cable✓Two-way captive pocket clip securely attached✓Multiple versatile lighting modes including strobe and SOS✓Effective waterproofing with tight port covers
Common complaints
⚠Output lower than claimed peak lumens in independent tests⚠Auto-lockout resets after battery change⚠Cool white tint with low CRI may not suit all users⚠Tailcap glued limiting disassembly⚠USB-C port cover small, some cables may not fit well
⚠Too large for some as an everyday carry⚠Slightly large gap between head and battery tube when clip removed⚠Side switch can be accidentally pressed due to raised design⚠Powerbank function only activates under specific conditions⚠Mode ramping not perfectly linear in smooth mode