Comparison Console
ThruNite BSS V4 vs Wurkkos WK30
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos WK30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 110% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos WK30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos WK30 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos WK30 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 110% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos WK30 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 30% 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$59.95Most expensive
US$37Cheapest
Weight
98 g (3.46 oz)Lightest
104 g (3.67 oz)Heaviest
Length
146.5 mm (5.77 in)Longest
113 mm (4.45 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2523 lmHighest output
1200 lmLowest output
Max candela
16887 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
260 m (853 ft)Highest
120 m (394 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
8850 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650
Single 26650, 18650, 21700 or 2x CR123A (emergency)
Charging type
Micro-USB
Micro-USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8 (up to 2 meters for 30 minutes)
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Aluminum
6061 aerospace grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useEDCWeapon mountingOutdoor activities
EDC use at home and outdoorsUsers needing multi-color flashlight (white, red, UV)Hunting or preserving night vision with red lightUV inspection/bug hunting
Common praise
High maximum output with 2523 lumensCompact size and lightweight for easy carryIncludes a comprehensive accessory kit with battery and mounting optionsIPX8 waterproof ratingSmooth reflector and versatile strike bezelGood thermal management and runtime
Excellent value for a versatile 3-color flashlightHigh quality Samsung LH351D 5000K 90CRI white LEDStrong red Cree XP-E emitter and powerful UV LEDGood build quality with aerospace grade aluminumMultiple power levels per color modeIncludes 5000mAh 26650 battery and accessories
Common complaints
Uses micro-USB charging rather than the more modern USB-CTailcap design can make battery swaps somewhat inconvenientFriction-fit pocket clip only allows tail-end carryNo mounting option for the remote switch included
Large size not suitable for pocket carryMicro-USB charging port instead of USB-CHold-to-turn-off UI is unintuitiveThin tube walls compared to some preferences
Dataset Expansion
Missing a brand?
Suggest an EDC brand for CarryCrew to research and add to the comparison database.
Community indexing queue online