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ThruNite Catapult V6 vs Wurkkos FC11C Buck
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Wurkkos FC11C Buck stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos FC11C Buck stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos FC11C Buck stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 161% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC11C Buck stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC11C Buck stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC11C Buck stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 16567% 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$60Most expensive
US$22.99Cheapest
Weight
192 g (6.77 oz)Heaviest
112 g (3.95 oz)Lightest
Length
132 mm (5.20 in)Longest
116 mm (4.57 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmHighest output
1200 lmLowest output
Max candela
140650 cdHighest candela
6100 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
750 m (2461 ft)Highest
156 m (512 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
180 minShortest runtime
30000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 26650 Li-ion
1x 18650 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C onboard charging at 5V/2A
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters)
IPX8 (2m depth)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range EDCCampingSearch and rescueOutdoor tactical use
Everyday carryNewcomers and experienced usersGeneral purpose EDCBudget flashlight enthusiasts
Common praise
Excellent beam throw and intensityGood build quality and solid machiningSimple and functional UIIncludes belt holster and lanyard
Excellent value and build quality for priceStable regulated output with good runtimeHigh CRI LED for pleasing color renderingSimple and intuitive UI with ramping and stepped modesMagnetic tailcap enables hands-free useWaterproof to IPX8 standardIncludes 3000mAh 18650 battery and USB-C cable
Common complaints
Too large for pocket carrySide switch can feel cheap and has some travel and rockThermal regulation only after timed stepdownElectronic lockout considered unnecessary by some users
Some external parts (cooling fins and lanyard hole) feel slightly sharpTailcap magnet might attract metal debrisClip is friction fit and not deep carryFlap covering USB-C port can open accidentally
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