ThruNite Catapult V6 SST70 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 76% 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 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
ThruNite Catapult V6 SST70 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
ThruNite Catapult V6 SST70 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 174% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
ThruNite Catapult V6 SST70 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
ThruNite Catapult V6 SST70 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 218% 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
IPX8 (up to 100m depth)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Aerospace grade 6061 aluminum alloy, hard-anodized type III finish, toughened mineral glass lens
Use case profile
Best for
▣Long Range Thrower▣High Lumen Output▣Reliable EDC With Throw Capability
▣Diving▣Underwater Use▣Cave Diving▣Scuba Diving▣EDC In Wet Environments
Common praise
✓High Maximum Brightness Of 2836 Lumens✓Exceptionally Long Beam Throw (~745 Meters)✓Onboard USB C Charging With Battery Included✓Robust, Quality Aluminum Construction With Anodized Finish✓Good Runtime On Various Modes Up To 70 Days On Lowest Mode✓Well Implemented Mode Memory And User Interface✓Accurate Battery Level Indicator With Color Coded Feedback
✓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
⚠E Switch Has A Fair Amount Of Travel And Can Rock Side To Side⚠Some Users Find The Switch Feel Somewhat Cheap⚠Bezel Can Be A Little Sharp But Not In Hand Area⚠Too Large For Pants Pocket Carry⚠Color Temperature Is Cool White Only, No Neutral White Option
⚠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