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ThruNite Lynx vs Wurkkos WK15

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Wurkkos WK15 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos WK15 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Lynx stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Wurkkos WK15 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

ThruNite Lynx stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Wurkkos WK15 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

ThruNite Lynx stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Wurkkos WK15 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

ThruNite Lynx stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

ThruNite Lynx stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Wurkkos WK15 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 625% 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.

ThruNite Lynx — Beam distance: 417 m (1368 ft)ThruNite Lynx — Max candela: 43489 cdThruNite Lynx — Weight: 108 g (3.81 oz)ThruNite Lynx — Length: 144.5 mm (5.69 in)ThruNite Lynx — Retail price: US$99.95ThruNite Lynx — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Wurkkos WK15 — Beam distance: 218 m (715 ft)Wurkkos WK15 — Max candela: 11892 cdWurkkos WK15 — Weight: 70 g (2.47 oz)Wurkkos WK15 — Length: 113 mm (4.45 in)Wurkkos WK15 — Retail price: US$90Wurkkos WK15 — Impact resistance: 2 m (7 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$99.95Most expensive
US$90Cheapest
Weight
108 g (3.81 oz)Heaviest
70 g (2.47 oz)Lightest
Length
144.5 mm (5.69 in)Longest
113 mm (4.45 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3100 lmHighest output
3000 lmLowest output
Max candela
43489 cdHighest candela
11892 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
417 m (1368 ft)Highest
218 m (715 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
4140 minShortest runtime
30000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 lithium-ion rechargeable battery
21700 Li-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IP68
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 aerospace grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
▣Tactical Use▣Outdoor Activities▣EDC▣Law Enforcement▣Camping▣Dog Walking▣Inspection▣Hunting
▣Everyday Carry▣Outdoor Activities▣Emergency Use▣Budget Conscious Users
Common praise
✓High Output Up To 3100 Lumens With Long 417 Meter Beam Throw✓Built In USB C Charging With Convenient Metal Twist Port✓Powerbank Function For Charging Other Devices✓Durable Aerospace Grade Aluminum Construction✓Reliable Dual Tail Switch Interface✓Ipx8 Waterproof And 1.5 Meter Impact Resistance✓Multiple Modes Including Firefly Moonlight And Instant Strobe✓Battery Included With Proprietary 5000mah 21700 Cell
✓Compact And Lightweight Build✓Good Grip With Quality Knurling✓Bright Output With Good Range✓Multiple Modes Including Moonlight And Strobe✓USB C Charging With Reverse Charging Capability
Common complaints
⚠Tailcap USB C Cover Collar Can Be Somewhat Difficult To Open Especially With Pocket Clip Installed⚠Initial Turbo Mode Steps Down Quickly Due To Thermal Regulation⚠A Bit Expensive At Msrp, Though Amazon Price Is Better⚠Indicator Light Functions Not Fully Documented In Manual
⚠Brightness Output Lower Than Claimed By About 400 Lumens⚠Poor Output Regulation Leading To Brightness Drop On Turbo⚠Some Users Dislike Mode Switching Behavior From Turbo⚠Noticeable Tint/colour Shift In The Beam Periphery⚠No Included Magnet Or Holster In The Package

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