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ThruNite BSS V5 vs Wurkkos TS28
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TS28 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TS28 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos TS28 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS28 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS28 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS28 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 13013% 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$75.99Most expensive
US$54.99Cheapest
Weight
147 g (5.19 oz)Lightest
173 g (6.10 oz)Heaviest
Length
143 mm (5.63 in)Longest
129 mm (5.08 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2676 lmLowest output
3200 lmHighest output
Max candela
16200 cdLowest candela
70428 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
255 m (837 ft)Lowest
506 m (1660 ft)Highest
Max runtime
151 minShortest runtime
19800 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 Li-ion rechargeable
21700 Li-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8 (2 meters submersible)
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aluminium Alloy
Aluminum alloy body with stainless steel bezel
Use case profile
Best for
EDCTactical useWeapon mounting
EDCOutdoor useCampingHikingEmergenciesGeneral purpose lighting
Common praise
High turbo output of 2676 lumensUSB-C onboard chargingSolid build with aluminium alloy bodyDual switch interface with tactical tail switch and electronic side switchIncludes accessories like battery, pocket clip, nylon pouch, charging cable, red filter, spare O-rings and manual
High brightness for the priceGood beam throw and balanced beamDurable build with IP68 and impact resistanceVersatile output modes including stepped and rampingConvenient USB-C charging and power bank feature
Common complaints
Slightly green/yellow tint on low modesPocket clip allows only bezel-down tail carryCharging port can be slightly crooked
No lockout mode to prevent accidental activationNo pocket clip includedLower CRI (~70) LED with cooler tintNo built-in charging indication on some units
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