Comparison Console
ThruNite Saber vs Wurkkos TS12 Mini Thrower
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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ThruNite Saber stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TS12 Mini Thrower stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TS12 Mini Thrower stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 105% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos TS12 Mini Thrower stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS12 Mini Thrower stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS12 Mini Thrower stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 105% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS12 Mini Thrower stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 36% 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$25.95Most expensive
US$21.99Cheapest
Weight
56 g (1.98 oz)Lightest
75 g (2.65 oz)Heaviest
Length
96.5 mm (3.80 in)Longest
90.8 mm (3.57 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
659 lmLowest output
1350 lmHighest output
Max candela
7555 cdLowest candela
55876.2 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
141 m (463 ft)Lowest
473 m (1552 ft)Highest
Max runtime
1140 minLongest runtime
840 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x AA alkaline or 1 x 14500 rechargeable lithium-ion
1x 14500 Li-ion rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB-C on battery cell with included USB to USB-C cable
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8
Unknown
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Anodized aluminum
Not explicitly specified, presumed aluminum alloy based on typical materials but not confirmed
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor activitiesEmergency use
EDC useLong-distance throw illuminationOutdoor explorationTravelCamping
Common praise
Compact size and lightweight designAbility to run on widely available AA or rechargeable 14500 batteryIncluded USB-C rechargeable battery and cableSimple and effective two-mode UI reducing complexityGood beam throw and tight beam profile
Excellent throw-to-output ratioCompact and lightweightFast USB-C chargingVersatile modes including ramping and steppedGood build quality for the priceBattery level indication on switch
Common complaints
Low CRI output (under 70)Limited to two modes onlyNo built-in charging port on flashlight body, charging occurs on batteryTailcap unscrews at the head end, which can confuse some users
PWM detected in all modes (though fairly fast and not highly noticeable)Low CRI (cool tint)
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