Comparison Console
ThruNite TH30 V2 vs Wurkkos HD15R Red
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite TH30 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos HD15R Red stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TH30 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 232% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos HD15R Red stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH30 V2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 122% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH30 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD15R Red stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD15R Red stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH30 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 232% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH30 V2 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD15R Red stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 2% 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$79.95Most expensive
US$35.99Cheapest
Weight
70 g (2.47 oz)Lightest
72 g (2.54 oz)Heaviest
Length
107.5 mm (4.23 in)Shortest
110 mm (4.33 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3320 lmHighest output
1000 lmLowest output
Max candela
7290 cdHighest candela
2430 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
170 m (558 ft)Highest
98.6 m (323 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3300 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 lithium-ion rechargeable (IMR recommended)
1x 18650 lithium-ion battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C (type A-C and C-C cables)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IP68 (up to 2m underwater)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aircraft-grade aluminum (AL 6061-T6) with premium type III hard-anodized finish
Aerospace grade 6061 aluminum alloy, hard-anodized Type III
Use case profile
Best for
CampingHikingCyclingIndoor And Outdoor ActivitiesTactical UseWork Light Use
CampingHikingFishingHuntingGeneral Headlamp UsageEDC With Headband Or ClipUtility LightPowerbank Functionality
Common praise
High Maximum Output Of 3320 LumensGood Runtime Especially On High And Medium Low ModesUSB C Onboard ChargingSimple And Intuitive User InterfaceBattery Indicator On The SwitchBuild Quality And MaterialsIncluded Non Proprietary Battery
Great Red Emitter With Deep Red Color AccuracyGood Build Quality With Aerospace Grade AluminumFlexible Usage Modes As Headlamp And Handheld FlashlightAffordable Price Including Battery And AccessoriesUSB C Charging With Powerbank Capability
Common complaints
Low Mode Jumps Up Too High From Moonlight Mode (30 Lumens Is Too Bright For Some Users)Rubber USB Charging Cover Flap Is Long And Somewhat FlexibleHeadband Strap Comfort Decreases After Stretching During Prolonged Use
No Grip Strips Inside Headband StrapLanyard Attachment Point Is Rough Without ChamferNot Optimized For Long Throw LightingSwitch Type May Not Be Preferred By Everyone
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