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ThruNite Defender vs Wurkkos TS22
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wurkkos TS22 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TS22 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TS22 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 178% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos TS22 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS22 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS22 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 178% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS22 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1547% 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$46Cheapest
Weight
108 g (3.81 oz)Heaviest
95 g (3.35 oz)Lightest
Length
118 mm (4.65 in)Shortest
122 mm (4.80 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1619 lmLowest output
4500 lmHighest output
Max candela
4880 cdLowest candela
9150 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
139 m (456 ft)Lowest
191 m (627 ft)Highest
Max runtime
1020 minShortest runtime
16800 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 1500mAh LiPo
1x21700
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
HAIII black anodized 6061 aluminum
Aviation-grade 6061 aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
EDC utility tasksInspection workMechanicsElectriciansHVAC professionals
EDCGeneral useCampingOutdoor
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
High output for size with 4500 lumensSturdy and well-built with aviation-grade aluminumConvenient USB-C charging with included batteryStrong magnetic tailcap for hands-free useGood grip and comfortable carry with pocket clip
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
Confusing manufacturer LED specificationsSome users find the UI complicated and lacking moonlight modeElectronic switch has some play and less tactile feedbackHeavier and chunkier compared to smaller cells like 18650
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