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Wurkkos TS12 Mini Thrower vs Wurkkos WK03 SST40
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Wurkkos WK03 SST40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos WK03 SST40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos WK03 SST40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos WK03 SST40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS12 Mini Thrower stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos WK03 SST40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS12 Mini Thrower stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS12 Mini Thrower stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos WK03 SST40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS12 Mini Thrower stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos WK03 SST40 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 64% 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$21.99Most expensive
US$14.99Cheapest
Weight
75 g (2.65 oz)Heaviest
55 g (1.94 oz)Lightest
Length
90.8 mm (3.57 in)Shortest
101.5 mm (4.00 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1350 lmLowest output
1800 lmHighest output
Max candela
55876.2 cdHighest candela
15238 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
473 m (1552 ft)Highest
247 m (810 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
840 minShortest runtime
1380 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 14500 Li-ion rechargeable battery
18650 lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
Unknown
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Not explicitly specified, presumed aluminum alloy based on typical materials but not confirmed
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
EDC useLong-distance throw illuminationOutdoor explorationTravelCamping
Everyday carryCampingHiking
Common praise
Excellent throw-to-output ratioCompact and lightweightFast USB-C chargingVersatile modes including ramping and steppedGood build quality for the priceBattery level indication on switch
Affordable price point for a fully featured 18650 EDC flashlightGood build quality with included accessoriesUSB-C charging with integrated charging indicatorBright output with decent beam throw for size
Common complaints
PWM detected in all modes (though fairly fast and not highly noticeable)Low CRI (cool tint)
Low CRI around 70PWM in all modes which may cause flickerAccidental activation possible due to small protruding switchSharp cooling fins can be uncomfortable to holdLimited information on impact resistance
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