ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 293% 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.
2x 26650 (compatible with 18650) Li-Ion rechargeable batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
Included dual-slot USB charger with Micro USB cable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters)
IPX8 (up to 100m depth)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum
Aerospace grade 6061 aluminum alloy, hard-anodized type III finish, toughened mineral glass lens
Use case profile
Best for
▣Long Range Throw▣Outdoor Activities Needing Powerful Beam▣General Purpose Use Where Reach Is Important
▣Diving▣Underwater Use▣Cave Diving▣Scuba Diving▣EDC In Wet Environments
Common praise
✓Excellent Build Quality With Aerospace Grade Aluminum✓High Maximum Output And Long Throw Distance✓Smooth Ramping Interface For Customizable Brightness✓Good Runtime Performance✓Comprehensive Accessory Kit Included✓Reliable Electronic Lockout Feature✓USB C Fast Charging Capability
✓Very Bright At 5000 Lumens With Good Color Rendering (cri 90)✓Solid Build Quality With Aerospace Aluminum And Toughened Glass✓Good Thermal Regulation And Long Runtime With Large Capacity Batteries✓Waterproof Up To 100 Meters (ipx8)✓Memorizes Last Brightness Mode Used
Common complaints
⚠Larger Size Limits Pocket EDC Carry⚠Ramping Speed Slightly Slow For Some Users⚠Electronic Lockout Adds Ui Complexity⚠Light Steps Down Output Sharply On Low Voltage Protection
⚠Wobbly/mushy Side Switch With Long Travel, Less Tactile Feedback⚠No Lockout Safety Except Tailcap Partial Unscrew⚠Switch Mode Spacing Could Be Improved, Low Mode Is Relatively Bright For Night Vision⚠Greenish Tint In Leds Compared To Other Neutral White Flashlights⚠No Knurling On Body, May Affect Grip