ThruNite TN36 Limited stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TN36 Limited stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 120% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
ThruNite TN36 Limited stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
ThruNite TN36 Limited stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
ThruNite TN36 Limited stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 120% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
ThruNite TN36 Limited stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 221% 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.
2x 26650 (compatible with 18650) Li-Ion rechargeable batteries
Charging type
Unknown
Included dual-slot USB charger with Micro USB cable
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8 (up to 100m depth)
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aluminum with premium Type III Hard-Anodized finish
Aerospace grade 6061 aluminum alloy, hard-anodized type III finish, toughened mineral glass lens
Use case profile
Best for
▣High Lumen Output▣Search And Rescue▣Camping▣Walking The Dog▣Vehicle Light
▣Diving▣Underwater Use▣Cave Diving▣Scuba Diving▣EDC In Wet Environments
Common praise
✓Very Bright Output With Smooth Flood Beam✓Solid Build Quality With Premium Finish✓Good Grip With Knurled Body✓Included Holster And Accessories✓Memory Function For Last Mode✓Temperature Control Prevents Overheating
✓Very Bright At 5000 Lumens With Good Color Rendering (cri 90)✓Solid Build Quality With Aerospace Aluminum And Toughened Glass✓Good Thermal Regulation And Long Runtime With Large Capacity Batteries✓Waterproof Up To 100 Meters (ipx8)✓Memorizes Last Brightness Mode Used
Common complaints
⚠Not Pocket Friendly Due To Size And Weight⚠Batteries Not Charged Internally (no Onboard Charging)
⚠Wobbly/mushy Side Switch With Long Travel, Less Tactile Feedback⚠No Lockout Safety Except Tailcap Partial Unscrew⚠Switch Mode Spacing Could Be Improved, Low Mode Is Relatively Bright For Night Vision⚠Greenish Tint In Leds Compared To Other Neutral White Flashlights⚠No Knurling On Body, May Affect Grip