Comparison Console
Wurkkos FC12C vs Wurkkos TS23
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wurkkos FC12C stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos FC12C stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TS23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 213% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos FC12C stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS23 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC12C stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS23 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC12C stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 213% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS23 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC12C stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 784% 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$37.99Cheapest
US$48Most expensive
Weight
131 g (4.62 oz)Lightest
232 g (8.18 oz)Heaviest
Length
136 mm (5.35 in)Shortest
138 mm (5.43 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmLowest output
5000 lmHighest output
Max candela
27575 cdLowest candela
58083 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
332 m (1089 ft)Lowest
482 m (1581 ft)Highest
Max runtime
23856 minLongest runtime
2700 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 lithium-ion
1x21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aerospace-grade 6061 aluminum alloy, hard-anodized finish
Aerospace-grade 6061 aluminum with hard-anodized finish and reinforced tungsten steel beads bezel
Use case profile
Best for
EDCTactical useEmergency respondersSearch and rescueOutdoor activitiesLaw enforcementNight patrol
Tactical useSearch and rescueOutdoor adventuresNight hikingCampingHome emergencies
Common praise
High output with long throw and tight hotspotExcellent value for priceStable output with constant current circuitDual mode UI catering to tactical and daily useWaterproof and impact resistant buildConvenient USB-C charging with included battery and cable
High output brightnessGood build quality for priceVersatile dual UI with stepped and tactical modesUSB-C chargingIncluded 5000mAh 21700 battery
Common complaints
Gets hot quickly on turbo mode with thermal regulation to reduce outputLimited knurling on tailcap affecting gripOriginal FC12 discontinued, replaced by FC12C
Tail switch has a slightly mushy feelNot ideal for pocket carry due to size and weightMoonlight mode is relatively bright compared to typical moonlight
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