Comparison Console
ThruNite Thrower vs Wurkkos HD15
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wurkkos HD15 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Thrower stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos HD15 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD15 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD15 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD15 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD15 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 1% 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$50Cheapest
US$50.75Most expensive
Weight
109 g (3.84 oz)Heaviest
72 g (2.54 oz)Lightest
Length
109 mm (4.29 in)Shortest
110 mm (4.33 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1755 lmLowest output
2000 lmHighest output
Max candela
26100 cdHighest candela
6884 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
323 m (1060 ft)Highest
152 m (499 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
14400 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
18650
1x 18650 lithium-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aluminum
6061 aerospace grade aluminum alloy, HA Type III hard anodized
Use case profile
Best for
BikingSkateboardingTrail RunningLong Distance Beam Requirements
Outdoor ActivitiesCampingHikingFishingHuntingUtility UseHeadlamp Use
Common praise
Very Good Throw Performance With 26,100 Cd IntensityIncluded 3400mah 18650 BatteryGreat Runtime On Low And Medium ModesComfortable And Adjustable HeadbandSimple And Straightforward Ui With Direct Access To Firefly And Turbo Modes
Versatile Use As Headlamp, Handheld, Or Utility LightDual Emitters Provide Both Flood And Spot BeamsLightweight And Smaller Than The Hd20 ModelGood Build Quality With Aerospace Grade Aluminum And Quality AnodizingIncludes Useful Accessories: Headband, Clip, Lanyard, Spare O Rings, Charging CableMagnetic Tailcap For Hands Free Utility UseOnboard USB C Charging With Reverse Charging (powerbank) FeatureFlexible And Aggressive Thermal Regulation For Stable OutputPackage Includes Both 18650 And 18350 Cell Tubes
Common complaints
Warm On Turbo Output Causing Some Heat And Neck Fatigue When Worn On HeadSlight Rattling Or Wiggle Of The Battery Inside The TubeThin Rubber Flap Sealing USB C PortNo Magnetic TailcapTailcap Threads Can Be A Bit Gritty
Aggressive Temperature Regulation Can Limit Maximum Runtime At TurboAttachment Point For Lanyard Is Rough And Could Benefit From ChamferingHeadband Is Functional But Not High EndNo Knurling On Body Might Reduce GripMeasured Turbo Lumens Sometimes Lower Than ClaimedLacks Tactile Distinction On Ui Buttons Which May Confuse Some Users
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