Comparison Console
ThruNite TC20 V3 vs Wurkkos TS26S
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wurkkos TS26S stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TS26S stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC20 V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos TS26S stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC20 V3 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS26S stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC20 V3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS26S stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC20 V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS26S stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC20 V3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 21020% 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$59.95Most expensive
US$49Cheapest
Weight
198 g (6.98 oz)Heaviest
176 g (6.21 oz)Lightest
Length
125 mm (4.92 in)Longest
122 mm (4.80 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4720 lmHighest output
3100 lmLowest output
Max candela
16720 cdHighest candela
9113 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
258 m (846 ft)Highest
191 m (627 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
31680 minLongest runtime
150 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable Li-ion
21700 Li-ion
Charging type
USB-C fast charging
USB-C charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aircraft-grade aluminum
Aerospace-grade 6061 aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
EDCCampingHikingDog walkingHome emergenciesOutdoor adventuresNighttime tasksEmergency situationsWork repairs
Everyday carry (EDC)General purpose lightingPhotography lightingNight activitiesCampingInspectionEmergency use
Common praise
High maximum output with a wide, even flood beamDurable aircraft-grade aluminum construction with IPX8 waterproof ratingUSB-C fast charging with battery indicatorMagnetic tailcap for hands-free useLock switch prevents accidental activationMemory function recalls last brightness levelMultiple versatile lighting modes
High quality and solid buildSmooth regulated brightness with boost driverGood color rendering with Nichia 519A LEDsConvenient USB-C charging and included cableTwo-way captive pocket clip securely attachedMultiple versatile lighting modes including strobe and SOSEffective waterproofing with tight port covers
Common complaints
No anti-roll featureSwitch and mode cycling can be slightly confusing or disorientingHarsh low voltage protection requiring head loosening to reset
Too large for some as an everyday carrySlightly large gap between head and battery tube when clip removedSide switch can be accidentally pressed due to raised designPowerbank function only activates under specific conditionsMode ramping not perfectly linear in smooth mode
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