ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 33% 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.
Aircraft grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
6061 aluminum alloy with stainless steel bezel and button outer ring
Use case profile
Best for
▣Long-range EDC▣Camping▣Search and rescue▣Outdoor tactical use
▣EDC with multiple lighting modes▣Night searches▣Repairs▣Emergency lighting▣Maintenance inspections using UV light
Common praise
✓Excellent beam throw and intensity✓Good build quality and solid machining✓Simple and functional UI✓Includes belt holster and lanyard
✓Multiple lighting modes including spot, flood, red, and UV✓High maximum brightness and long throw✓Adjustable color temperature on floodlight✓Convenient foldable and rotatable floodlight wing✓Durable aluminum alloy construction✓Included rechargeable 21700 battery with USB-C charging✓Magnetic base and mounting options for hands-free use
Common complaints
⚠Too large for pocket carry⚠Side switch can feel cheap and has some travel and rock⚠Thermal regulation only after timed stepdown⚠Electronic lockout considered unnecessary by some users
⚠Red and UV light quality not perfect (Red beam not smooth close-up; UV has visible light spill)⚠Magnetic rotary selector switch can be rough and slow⚠Strobe modes produce loud clicking noise⚠Water resistance limited by foldable wing design⚠Wing mechanism may cause scratches on body over time⚠Heavier than typical EDC flashlights