ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TS12 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 436% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Wurkkos TS12 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Wurkkos TS12 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 236% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Wurkkos TS12 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 436% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Wurkkos TS12 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 292% 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.
✓Good build quality✓Positive and rewarding clicky switch✓Compact and pen-like form factor✓Broad beam with good mode spacing✓Neutral white and cool white options available✓Comes with spare O-rings and thorough manual
✓Compact and lightweight design✓Exceptional throw-to-output ratio for the size✓Built-in USB-C charging works well✓Includes 900mAh 14500 battery✓Multiple lighting modes including moonlight and strobe
Common complaints
⚠Short runtimes due to AAA battery power⚠Switch is prone to accidental activation in pocket⚠Tight battery tube may cause difficulty with some batteries⚠Strobe mode is awkward to access
⚠Low CRI LED tint (cool white, ~7500K)⚠PWM in all modes (though not easily noticeable)⚠Switch cover has some play