Comparison Console
ThruNite Catapult V6 vs Wurkkos DL40
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 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
Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 174% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% 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.
Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 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.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$75Most expensive
US$72Cheapest
Weight
203 g (7.16 oz)Lightest
556 g (19.61 oz)Heaviest
Length
138 mm (5.43 in)Shortest
201.1 mm (7.92 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2836 lmLowest output
5000 lmHighest output
Max candela
138586 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
745 m (2444 ft)Highest
400 m (1312 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
5340 minLongest runtime
1680 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 26650
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
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Aluminum
Aerospace grade 6061 aluminum alloy, hard-anodized type III finish, toughened mineral glass lens
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range illuminationHigh outputThrower usePortable handheld use
DivingUnderwater useCave divingScuba divingEDC in wet environments
Common praise
High lumen output (~2800 lumens)Exceptional throw (~745 meters)Onboard USB-C chargingGood build quality and finishIncludes quality 26650 battery and accessories
Very bright at 5000 lumens with good color rendering (CRI 90)Solid build quality with aerospace aluminum and toughened glassGood thermal regulation and long runtime with large capacity batteriesWaterproof up to 100 meters (IPX8)Memorizes last brightness mode used
Common complaints
Relatively large and heavy for pocket carrySwitch has some travel and feels less refinedOnly available in cool white LEDBody milling less aggressive on grip
Wobbly/mushy side switch with long travel, less tactile feedbackNo lockout safety except tailcap partial unscrewSwitch mode spacing could be improved, low mode is relatively bright for night visionGreenish tint in LEDs compared to other neutral white flashlightsNo knurling on body, may affect grip
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