Comparison Console
ThruNite BSS W1 vs Wurkkos FC11 Nichia 519A
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos FC11 Nichia 519A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos FC11 Nichia 519A stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos FC11 Nichia 519A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC11 Nichia 519A stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 117% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC11 Nichia 519A stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC11 Nichia 519A stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 46% 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$24Most expensive
US$22.99Cheapest
Weight
51.5 g (1.82 oz)Lightest
112 g (3.95 oz)Heaviest
Length
67 mm (2.64 in)Shortest
116.8 mm (4.60 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
693 lmLowest output
1200 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
6008 cd
Beam distance
Unknown
155 m (509 ft)
Max runtime
103 minShortest runtime
150 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
16340 rechargeable Li-ion
1x18650 lithium-ion
Charging type
MicroUSB onboard charging
USB-C charging port (2A recommended)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8 (2m)
Impact resistance
Unknown
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Aluminum
Aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
EDC for new usersCompact small EDC useDeep pocket carry
EDC useGeneral purpose flashlightNewcomers and experienced usersPocket carryHat light with reversed tube carry
Common praise
Compact and lightweight designDeep carry pocket clipAffordable price pointStrong magnetic tailcapSimple and intuitive user interface
Good color rendering and tint from Nichia 519A LEDStable regulated output with buck driverAffordable price with included battery and accessoriesCompact size with good build qualityUSB-C charging convenient and fast
Common complaints
Short turbo runtime (1 minute before stepdown)MicroUSB charging instead of USB-CNo lockout mode except mechanical twistGreen tint on lower modesLED centering not perfect
Switch bezel and cooling fins slightly sharpFlap cover for charging port can open accidentallyBase driver temperature regulation can feel unusual
Dataset Expansion
Missing a brand?
Suggest an EDC brand for CarryCrew to research and add to the comparison database.
Community indexing queue online