Comparison Console
Wurkkos DL08 vs Wurkkos HD05
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wurkkos DL08 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos DL08 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos DL08 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos DL08 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos DL08 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 59% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos DL08 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos DL08 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 13233% 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$55.99Cheapest
US$63Most expensive
Weight
149 g (5.26 oz)Lightest
237 g (8.36 oz)Heaviest
Length
138.9 mm (5.47 in)Longest
129 mm (5.08 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3600 lmHighest output
3100 lmLowest output
Max candela
18775 cdLowest candela
28056 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
274 m (899 ft)Lowest
335 m (1099 ft)Highest
Max runtime
18000 minLongest runtime
135 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 Li-ion rechargeable battery
21700 Li-ion
Charging type
USB-C charging (5V/3A)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (underwater 100m)
IPX6
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aerospace grade 6061 aluminum alloy, hard-anodized type III
6061 aluminum alloy with stainless steel bezel and button outer ring
Use case profile
Best for
DivingUnderwater photographyNight divingExplorationAmateur astronomy
EDC with multiple lighting modesNight searchesRepairsEmergency lightingMaintenance inspections using UV light
Common praise
High output brightness suitable for divingVersatile beam options including spot, flood, red and UVSolid build quality with aerospace grade aluminum and hard anodizingRotary magnetic switch allows mode selectionGood battery capacity (5000mAh) with USB-C chargingIncludes red and UV LEDs useful for specialized diving and photographyWaterproof to 100 meters depth
Multiple lighting modes including spot, flood, red, and UVHigh maximum brightness and long throwAdjustable color temperature on floodlightConvenient foldable and rotatable floodlight wingDurable aluminum alloy constructionIncluded rechargeable 21700 battery with USB-C chargingMagnetic base and mounting options for hands-free use
Common complaints
Some users noted minor beam artifacts in spot modeWarmth of white light could be improved (some desire warmer spot LED)Initial units may have experienced reliability issues from a few usersDoes not come with ball mount by default but available on request
Red and UV light quality not perfect (Red beam not smooth close-up; UV has visible light spill)Magnetic rotary selector switch can be rough and slowStrobe modes produce loud clicking noiseWater resistance limited by foldable wing designWing mechanism may cause scratches on body over timeHeavier than typical EDC flashlights
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