Comparison Console
ThruNite Defender vs Wurkkos HD01 UV
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wurkkos HD01 UV stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos HD01 UV stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Defender stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos HD01 UV stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD01 UV stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD01 UV stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD01 UV stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 312% 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$76Most expensive
US$66Cheapest
Weight
108 g (3.81 oz)Heaviest
94 g (3.32 oz)Lightest
Length
118 mm (4.65 in)Longest
111 mm (4.37 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1619 lmHighest output
1200 lmLowest output
Max candela
4880 cdLowest candela
6175 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
139 m (456 ft)Lowest
157 m (515 ft)Highest
Max runtime
1020 minShortest runtime
4200 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 1500mAh LiPo
Built-in Lithium Polymer rechargeable
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C charging port with cover
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IP65
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
HAIII black anodized 6061 aluminum
Aluminium with matte black anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
EDC utility tasksInspection workMechanicsElectriciansHVAC professionals
EDCPresentations with laser pointerUsers needing multiple light modes including UV and RGB lightingHands-free use with magnetic tail
Common praise
Versatile 3-in-1 lighting with white, UV, and laserFlat and pocketable designUSB-C charging with battery level indicatorsStrong magnetic base and two-way clipGood runtime and output for EDC
Good multiple lighting options including UV and RGBUSB-C built-in chargingCompact and lightweight designMagnetic tail for hands-free useSeparate controls for spotlight and side lights
Common complaints
Moonlight mode activation is somewhat slowBattery is built-in and not user replaceableLight heats up under extended Turbo useLow CRI cool white tint
Bezel machining and edges are sharpSlight gap around bezel on some unitsCan accidentally turn on in pocket without lockout engaged
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