Comparison Console
Wurkkos TS23 vs Wurkkos TS28
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wurkkos TS28 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TS23 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TS23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos TS23 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS28 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 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS23 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS28 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS23 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS28 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 633% 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$48Cheapest
US$54.99Most expensive
Weight
232 g (8.18 oz)Heaviest
173 g (6.10 oz)Lightest
Length
138 mm (5.43 in)Longest
129 mm (5.08 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
5000 lmHighest output
3200 lmLowest output
Max candela
58083 cdLowest candela
70428 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
482 m (1581 ft)Lowest
506 m (1660 ft)Highest
Max runtime
2700 minShortest runtime
19800 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
21700 Li-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Aerospace-grade 6061 aluminum with hard-anodized finish and reinforced tungsten steel beads bezel
Aluminum alloy body with stainless steel bezel
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useSearch and rescueOutdoor adventuresNight hikingCampingHome emergencies
EDCOutdoor useCampingHikingEmergenciesGeneral purpose lighting
Common praise
High output brightnessGood build quality for priceVersatile dual UI with stepped and tactical modesUSB-C chargingIncluded 5000mAh 21700 battery
High brightness for the priceGood beam throw and balanced beamDurable build with IP68 and impact resistanceVersatile output modes including stepped and rampingConvenient USB-C charging and power bank feature
Common complaints
Tail switch has a slightly mushy feelNot ideal for pocket carry due to size and weightMoonlight mode is relatively bright compared to typical moonlight
No lockout mode to prevent accidental activationNo pocket clip includedLower CRI (~70) LED with cooler tintNo built-in charging indication on some units
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