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ThruNite Catapult Mini Pro vs Wurkkos TS23
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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ThruNite Catapult Mini Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TS23 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TS23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos TS23 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult Mini Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult Mini Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS23 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 158% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult Mini Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS23 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult Mini Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 4% 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$49.95Most expensive
US$48Cheapest
Weight
90 g (3.17 oz)Lightest
232 g (8.18 oz)Heaviest
Length
89.5 mm (3.52 in)Shortest
138 mm (5.43 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2588 lmLowest output
5000 lmHighest output
Max candela
80200 cdHighest candela
58083 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
179 m (587 ft)Lowest
482 m (1581 ft)Highest
Max runtime
2820 minLongest runtime
2700 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18350 lithium-ion (1100mAh)
1x21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
Unknown
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Aluminum
Aerospace-grade 6061 aluminum with hard-anodized finish and reinforced tungsten steel beads bezel
Use case profile
Best for
EDCThrower flashlight usePortable compact high output
Tactical useSearch and rescueOutdoor adventuresNight hikingCampingHome emergencies
Common praise
Very bright output for sizeImpressive throw with clean hotspotOnboard USB-C charging includedGood build quality
High output brightnessGood build quality for priceVersatile dual UI with stepped and tactical modesUSB-C chargingIncluded 5000mAh 21700 battery
Common complaints
Turbo mode limited to 20 seconds before step downNo pocket clip includedLow mode may be too bright for some users
Tail switch has a slightly mushy feelNot ideal for pocket carry due to size and weightMoonlight mode is relatively bright compared to typical moonlight
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