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ThruNite TC15 V3 vs Wurkkos FC13S
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos FC13S stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos FC13S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos FC13S stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC13S stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC13S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC13S stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 8% 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$49.95Most expensive
US$39.99Cheapest
Weight
74 g (2.61 oz)Lightest
77 g (2.72 oz)Heaviest
Length
122.5 mm (4.82 in)Longest
113.7 mm (4.48 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2403 lmLowest output
2500 lmHighest output
Max candela
12450 cdLowest candela
41156 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
223 m (732 ft)Highest
166 m (545 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3000 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
18650
1x 18650 Li-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C (5V/2.4A)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IP68 (underwater less than 2 meters)
Impact resistance
Unknown
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Anodized aluminum
Aerospace grade 6061 aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryGeneral useTactical applications
Everyday carry (EDC)CampingHikingEmergency useOutdoor activities
Common praise
High maximum brightness outputCompact and lightweight designBuilt-in USB-C chargingGood runtime on multiple modesIncluded battery and accessoriesRugged anodized aluminum body
Good build quality for the priceEffective USB-C charging with power indicatorVersatile Anduril 2.0 UI for mode customizationHigh output for its size
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
Weight may be too heavy for hat light useNo magnet or nylon pouch includedPocket clip not reversible
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