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ThruNite TC15 V2 vs Wurkkos TS23
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite TC15 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC15 V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TS23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TC15 V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS23 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS23 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V2 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS23 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 6% 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$45Cheapest
US$48Most expensive
Weight
170 g (6.00 oz)Lightest
232 g (8.18 oz)Heaviest
Length
130 mm (5.12 in)Shortest
138 mm (5.43 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2531 lmLowest output
5000 lmHighest output
Max candela
11352 cdLowest candela
58083 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
213 m (699 ft)Lowest
482 m (1581 ft)Highest
Max runtime
Unknown
2700 min
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 lithium-ion
1x21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Aluminum alloy
Aerospace-grade 6061 aluminum with hard-anodized finish and reinforced tungsten steel beads bezel
Use case profile
Best for
Daily carryEmergency useOutdoor activities
Tactical useSearch and rescueOutdoor adventuresNight hikingCampingHome emergencies
Common praise
High output brightnessCompact sizeUSB rechargeableAffordable priceGood build quality
High output brightnessGood build quality for priceVersatile dual UI with stepped and tactical modesUSB-C chargingIncluded 5000mAh 21700 battery
Common complaints
Battery life shorter at highest outputLess grip due to grooves instead of knurling
Tail switch has a slightly mushy feelNot ideal for pocket carry due to size and weightMoonlight mode is relatively bright compared to typical moonlight
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