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ThruNite Guiding Light vs Wurkkos TS26S
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TS26S stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos TS26S stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS26S stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS26S stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS26S stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 67% 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$49.95Most expensive
US$49Cheapest
Weight
130 g (4.59 oz)Lightest
176 g (6.21 oz)Heaviest
Length
130 mm (5.12 in)Longest
122 mm (4.80 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3757 lmHighest output
3100 lmLowest output
Max candela
18000 cdHighest candela
9113 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
270 m (886 ft)Highest
191 m (627 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
90 minShortest runtime
150 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
21700 Li-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aluminum
Aerospace-grade 6061 aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Flood useEveryday carryTactical useOutdoor exploration
Everyday carry (EDC)General purpose lightingPhotography lightingNight activitiesCampingInspectionEmergency use
Common praise
Exceptional brightness for the priceSolid build quality with aluminum bodyIPX8 waterproof rating suitable for submersionLightweight and compact for a 21700-based flashlightIncludes battery and comprehensive accessory kitUSB-C onboard chargingGood value with high lumens-to-dollar ratio
High quality and solid buildSmooth regulated brightness with boost driverGood color rendering with Nichia 519A LEDsConvenient USB-C charging and included cableTwo-way captive pocket clip securely attachedMultiple versatile lighting modes including strobe and SOSEffective waterproofing with tight port covers
Common complaints
Lacks electronic lockout requiring physical tail cap lockoutNo included pocket clip, users need holster or aftermarket clipMode resets to default on power cycle; no mode memorySome users may find absence of built-in charger inconvenient
Too large for some as an everyday carrySlightly large gap between head and battery tube when clip removedSide switch can be accidentally pressed due to raised designPowerbank function only activates under specific conditionsMode ramping not perfectly linear in smooth mode
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