ThruNite T1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TD04 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TD04 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Wurkkos TD04 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
ThruNite T1 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
ThruNite T1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Wurkkos TD04 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
ThruNite T1 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Wurkkos TD04 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
ThruNite T1 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Wurkkos TD04 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1443% 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.
✓Compact and lightweight design✓Powerful 1500 lumen output with balanced beam✓USB rechargeable with included 1100mAh battery✓Magnetic tailcap for hands-free use✓Multiple modes including stepless dimming and strobe✓Good build quality with anodized aluminum body✓IPX8 water resistance
✓High maximum output of 3000 lumens with excellent measured 2300+ lumens✓Good build quality with aerospace-grade aluminum and anodized coating✓Convenient USB-C charging with battery indicator✓Dual switch interface allowing mode memory and tactical use✓Lightweight and compact size suitable for EDC✓Durability with IP68 waterproof rating and 1.5m impact resistance
Common complaints
⚠Turbo mode sustains max output only about 3 minutes before stepping down⚠Clip design requires two-handed operation to attach⚠Lower modes exhibit some green tint shift (older CW variants)⚠Charging current conservative (around 0.5A)⚠TIR optic with plastic lens may scratch over time
⚠Mechanical tail switch has some play and is not perfectly set into body⚠Tail switch prevents tailstanding due to switch protrusion⚠USB-C charging has some dropouts during charging but still acceptable