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ThruNite TC15 V3 vs Wurkkos TS21
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 5% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TS21 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TS21 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos TS21 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS21 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS21 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS21 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 355% 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$35Cheapest
Weight
74 g (2.61 oz)Lightest
78 g (2.75 oz)Heaviest
Length
122.5 mm (4.82 in)Longest
113.4 mm (4.46 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2403 lmLowest output
3500 lmHighest output
Max candela
12450 cdHighest candela
11900 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
223 m (732 ft)Highest
217 m (712 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3000 minLongest runtime
660 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650
21700
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Anodized aluminum
Aluminum (6061 grade aerospace grade aluminum alloy, hard-anodized Type III)
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryGeneral useTactical applications
Everyday carryHikingCampingEmergencyClose-to-mid range illuminationUsers who want advanced UI customization
Common praise
High maximum brightness outputCompact and lightweight designBuilt-in USB-C chargingGood runtime on multiple modesIncluded battery and accessoriesRugged anodized aluminum body
High output brightness for sizeExcellent build quality for priceAdvanced Anduril firmware providing many modes and customizationConvenient USB-C charging with included batteryMagnetic tailcap and bi-directional pocket clip for versatile carry
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
Output stepdown can be quick and noticeableUser interface may be complex for beginnersBody anodization shininess may not appeal to allIncluded manual may be sparse or missing
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