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ThruNite Guiding Light vs Wurkkos TS30S Pro
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 51% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TS30S Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS30S Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS30S Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 104% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS30S Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS30S Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 63900% 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$49.95Cheapest
US$77Most expensive
Weight
130 g (4.59 oz)Lightest
265 g (9.35 oz)Heaviest
Length
130 mm (5.12 in)Shortest
157.2 mm (6.19 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3757 lmLowest output
6000 lmHighest output
Max candela
18000 cdLowest candela
295000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
270 m (886 ft)Lowest
1086 m (3563 ft)Highest
Max runtime
90 minShortest runtime
57600 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
1x21700 lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aluminum
Anodized aluminum with stainless steel bezel
Use case profile
Best for
Flood UseEveryday CarryTactical UseOutdoor Exploration
ThrowOutdoor ActivitiesTacticalNight PatrolCamping
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 Maximum Output Of 6000 Lumens With Substantial ThrowRobust Build Quality And Good Grip DesignComprehensive Anduril Ui With Multiple Modes And CustomizationIncludes A High Capacity 21700 Battery And USB C Charging CableGood Quality Packaging And Accessory Set
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
Some Users Note Output Does Not Reach Full Claimed Lumens In TestingThe Light Is Relatively Large And Heavy For Pocket CarryLacks Included Holster And Belt ClipPrevious Model Was Considered Superior By Some UsersOutput Step Down And Pwm Driver Design May Impact Runtime Stability
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