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ThruNite TC15 V3 vs Wurkkos TD04
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 8% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TD04 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TD04 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos TD04 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TD04 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TD04 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TD04 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 332% 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$44.14Cheapest
Weight
74 g (2.61 oz)Lightest
80 g (2.82 oz)Heaviest
Length
122.5 mm (4.82 in)Shortest
137 mm (5.39 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2403 lmLowest output
3000 lmHighest output
Max candela
12450 cdLowest candela
21800 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
223 m (732 ft)Lowest
295 m (968 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3000 minShortest runtime
12960 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650
21700 lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Anodized aluminum
Aerospace-grade 6061 aluminum alloy with hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryGeneral useTactical applications
Tactical missionsSecurity patrolsOutdoor survivalEveryday carryCampingHikingFishingHome backup lightingEmergency lighting
Common praise
High maximum brightness outputCompact and lightweight designBuilt-in USB-C chargingGood runtime on multiple modesIncluded battery and accessoriesRugged anodized aluminum body
High maximum output of 3000 lumens with excellent measured 2300+ lumensGood build quality with aerospace-grade aluminum and anodized coatingConvenient USB-C charging with battery indicatorDual switch interface allowing mode memory and tactical useLightweight and compact size suitable for EDCDurability with IP68 waterproof rating and 1.5m impact resistance
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
Mechanical tail switch has some play and is not perfectly set into bodyTail switch prevents tailstanding due to switch protrusionUSB-C charging has some dropouts during charging but still acceptable
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