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ThruNite Lynx vs Wurkkos FC11C
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Lynx stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos FC11C stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Lynx stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 158% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos FC11C stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Lynx stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 247% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Lynx stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC11C stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC11C stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Lynx stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 158% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC11C stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Lynx stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 38% 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$99.95Most expensive
US$28.79Cheapest
Weight
108 g (3.81 oz)Lightest
112 g (3.95 oz)Heaviest
Length
144.5 mm (5.69 in)Longest
116 mm (4.57 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3100 lmHighest output
1200 lmLowest output
Max candela
43489 cdHighest candela
6100 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
417 m (1368 ft)Highest
156 m (512 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
4140 minLongest runtime
3000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 lithium-ion rechargeable battery
18650 Li-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aerospace-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum with Type III hard anodizing
6061-T6 aluminium alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useOutdoor activitiesEDCLaw enforcementCampingDog walkingInspectionHunting
Everyday carry (EDC)Newcomers transitioning from basic flashlightsTactical and general purpose use
Common praise
High output up to 3100 lumens with long 417 meter beam throwBuilt-in USB-C charging with convenient metal twist portPowerbank function for charging other devicesDurable aerospace-grade aluminum constructionReliable dual tail switch interfaceIPX8 waterproof and 1.5 meter impact resistanceMultiple modes including Firefly moonlight and instant strobeBattery included with proprietary 5000mAh 21700 cell
Excellent value for moneyStable regulated output with buck driverHigh color rendering Nichia 519A LEDStrong magnetic tailcap for hands-free useConvenient USB-C charging with included cableIPX8 waterproof and solid aluminum constructionSmooth user interface with ramping and stepped modes
Common complaints
Tailcap USB-C cover collar can be somewhat difficult to open especially with pocket clip installedInitial turbo mode steps down quickly due to thermal regulationA bit expensive at MSRP, though Amazon price is betterIndicator light functions not fully documented in manual
Lower max output than predecessor (maximum around 1200 lumens)Somewhat sharp cooling fins and lanyard hole edgesPocket clip is friction fit and not deep carryCharging port cover can open accidentallyOutput steps down after about 90 seconds in Turbo mode to avoid overheating
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