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ThruNite TC15 V3 vs Wuben E12R
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E12R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E12R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E12R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E12R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 246% 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$49.95Cheapest
US$52.79Most expensive
Weight
74 g (2.61 oz)Lightest
144.35 g (5.09 oz)Heaviest
Length
122.5 mm (4.82 in)
Unknown
Output
Max lumens
2403 lmHighest output
1200 lmLowest output
Max candela
12450 cdHighest candela
7985 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
223 m (732 ft)Highest
179 m (587 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3000 minShortest runtime
10380 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650
18650 Li-Ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Anodized aluminum
Aviation grade aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryGeneral useTactical applications
Powerbank function useCampingAround the houseBackup flashlight
Common praise
High maximum brightness outputCompact and lightweight designBuilt-in USB-C chargingGood runtime on multiple modesIncluded battery and accessoriesRugged anodized aluminum body
Good grip due to knurling and fins on headPowerbank function for charging devicesLighted side switch is easy to findLong max runtime of up to 173 hours
Common complaints
Cool white LED tint is high CCT and may appear too blue for some usersCannot cycle from moonlight directly to other modesSlight battery rattle with flat top 18650 batteriesBody tube reversible but light will not function in reversed orientation
Relatively large and heavy for EDC in jeans pocketClear TIR optic without protective glass lensNeed to press tail cover firmly for full waterproofing
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