Comparison Console
Wurkkos FC12C vs Wurkkos TS28
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Wurkkos TS28 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TS28 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TS28 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos TS28 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC12C stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS28 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC12C stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC12C stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS28 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS28 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC12C stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 33% 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$37.99Most expensive
US$33Cheapest
Weight
131 g (4.62 oz)Heaviest
112 g (3.95 oz)Lightest
Length
136 mm (5.35 in)Longest
129 mm (5.08 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmLowest output
3200 lmHighest output
Max candela
27575 cdLowest candela
40000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
332 m (1089 ft)Lowest
506 m (1660 ft)Highest
Max runtime
23856 minLongest runtime
18000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 lithium-ion
21700 Li-ion rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C charging with covered port, reverse charging capable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 waterproof
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aerospace-grade 6061 aluminum alloy, hard-anodized finish
Hard-anodized aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
EDCTactical useEmergency respondersSearch and rescueOutdoor activitiesLaw enforcementNight patrol
Outdoor useNight explorationEmergency preparednessCampingHiking
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
Compact and lightweight designGood output and beam distance for priceVersatile lighting modes including rampingBuilt-in USB-C charging with power bank functionDurable waterproof construction
Common complaints
Gets hot quickly on turbo mode with thermal regulation to reduce outputLimited knurling on tailcap affecting gripOriginal FC12 discontinued, replaced by FC12C
Tailcap magnet is moderate strength onlyCharging port cover can be tight and slightly difficult to open
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