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ThruNite Catapult V6 vs Wurkkos TS23
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TS23 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TS23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 194% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos TS23 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS23 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 66% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 194% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS23 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1400% 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$48Cheapest
Weight
192 g (6.77 oz)Lightest
232 g (8.18 oz)Heaviest
Length
132 mm (5.20 in)Shortest
138 mm (5.43 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmLowest output
5000 lmHighest output
Max candela
140650 cdHighest candela
58083 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
750 m (2461 ft)Highest
482 m (1581 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
180 minShortest runtime
2700 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 26650 Li-ion
1x21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters)
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Aerospace-grade 6061 aluminum with hard-anodized finish and reinforced tungsten steel beads bezel
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range EDCCampingSearch and rescueOutdoor tactical use
Tactical useSearch and rescueOutdoor adventuresNight hikingCampingHome emergencies
Common praise
Excellent beam throw and intensityGood build quality and solid machiningSimple and functional UIIncludes belt holster and lanyard
High output brightnessGood build quality for priceVersatile dual UI with stepped and tactical modesUSB-C chargingIncluded 5000mAh 21700 battery
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
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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