Wurkkos TS22 Review - 4,500 lm Flashlight with Powerbank for Outdoor Enthusiasts

[@MasterKoala777]

Thank you for this excellent review. You even mentioned the CRI at the end, which I was wondering about. 🙂 I'm also going for the XHP70.2 5000K version for the sustained lumens. I like floody beams with some throw so the TS22 is a good match. I heard it's not that pocketable for EDC, but I only intend to carry this in a bag or the car. I already have a Lumintop Tool AA as EDC (Nichia 219c emitter, 4000K CCT, 93 CRI which turbos to 500 lumens on a 14500 battery). But on some nights, especially in bad weather, I feel the need for extra lumens outdoors.

[@StratmanII]

I watched quite a few video reviews on YT but I think it was this video which made me decide to buy my first Wurrkos light - the TS22 with the 5000K emitter. I didn't know much about the new generation of LED torches (my old ones are the Inova T2 and T3 from the mid 2000s) and had to take a crash course in learning the choice of the LED beads, reflector designs and the various kinds of lithium ion cells. 😀 I noticed that not all Wurkkos lights come in that nice smartphone box packaging. The cheaper models are packed in the old style boxes. while the "premium" models come in that white box with the magnetic flap. Sofirn also does the same. If I'm not mistaken the SC33 comes in the white box while the IF23 was sent to me in the generic Sofirn cardboard pack. From my personal findings, the TS22, FC13 and TD04 models have the purplish anti-reflective coating on their lens glass. I don't know if Sofirn bothers with AR treatment - not even their premium SC33 has AR coating.

[@TheAndyMaan]

Just bought one of these for using at work. While the 4500 lumens is impressive, it’s the stable 500 lumens for over 5 hours which sold me to be honest, that and the nice floody beam anyway. It will suit me perfectly for searching around in loft spaces for water shutoff valves and things like that. I was nearly going to buy a Thrunite T2 which appears similar in specs but this Wurkkos sustains a higher light level in most modes and has a magnetic tail cap which again may come in useful for hands free work in confined spaces. Thanks for the detailed review with the runtime charts and CRI reading, it’s those that really confirmed to me that this was the right light for the job.

[@FlashlightEnthusiast]

My pleasure, thank you for sharing your story

[@Pritam043]

​@@FlashlightEnthusiast​I bought 2 Wurkkos TS22 flashlights recently but I am very disappointed to see that its magnetic tailcap is so weak that it can't even support its own weight when sticked horizontally. In my job, it is very important to use flashlight having magnetic tailcap. Now I regret spending total $84 on 2 TS22 flashlights.

[@MagmaMorph]

@Pritam043 .Watch 4:20. The tail-cap magnet is strong. Maybe you got a bad batch.

[@TheAndyMaan]

@@Pritam043 I just tried mine, as long as it's on a nice flat metallic surface then it's got a pretty strong hold. If it's on a painted or slightly uneven surface then it definitely isn't as strong, there's no way it would hold horizontally off a screw head or nail, it's just too heavy for that. It suits my needs but I imagine there's better lights for others.

[@MasterKoala777]

@@TheAndyMaanthanks for the update re: magnet strength. I think it also depends on the thickness of the metal you're attaching it to. The more iron, the stronger the attachment. I'm just about to order mine 🙂

[@justgettingstarted2112]

GREAT review! So thorough and concise! Thank you! Clearly the Wurkkos won that battle!

[@FlashlightEnthusiast]

Appreciate your comment. Glad I could help

[@marksjdejong]

Best work flashlight I have ever used.

[@FlashlightEnthusiast]

Nice to hear that, thanks for the comment

[@vamheredur413]

Wow, that's a pretty good sustainable output!

[@FlashlightEnthusiast]

That's right 👍

[@gonzalez7805]

Wow, i like the beam and im loving the run times.

[@FlashlightEnthusiast]

Thanks, looking good

[@MikeDancy]

I just got one of these. Can't wait to take it camping

[@FlashlightEnthusiast]

Great, let it serve you well

[@cosminstefanpuie8313]

Now that's a great Flashlight ✌️✌️

[@FlashlightEnthusiast]

Yes indeed 👍

[@andrewnorris5415]

Great review. I have got this light and I love it. I just am wondering if that "upgraded" LED you got sent - is only sent out to reviewers? That would be pretty sneaky as it would improve performance? Can you please reply with your thoughts on that? Is that LED a lot more expensive, would it make much of a difference? Can I tell by looking into it which I have on mine?

[@FlashlightEnthusiast]

I would highly encourage to check out their new offer with XHP70.3 Hi 90 CRI LED. wurkkos.com/products/powerful-flashlight-ts22-4500lm It would not only have slightly better beam and throw but is also labeled as 90 CRI ;)

[@Random_4400]

I'm very happy with mine so far, thinking about buying another.

[@gamestree5318]

I bought it when it first came out so I received it in the old packaging.

[@FlashlightEnthusiast]

Oh, I see. Plain brown cardboard? Or white and orange one?

[@gamestree5318]

@@FlashlightEnthusiast The white and orange one

[@alanrabinowitz7111]

I bought it just yesterday and it still had the old packaging from US Amazon. I wonder if I somehow got the older batch, the one that had some thermal regulation (ATR?) problems. Did you notice anything wrong with yours?

[@gamestree5318]

@@alanrabinowitz7111 Mine worked fine, I got it off AliExpress. I don't think many people buy off Amazon hence the old stock you got.

[@alanrabinowitz7111]

@@gamestree5318 makes sense. Thanks 👍🏼

[@andrewnorris5415]

Hi, Great review! Seems like what I need for my cycle riding. Like it to be bright! Question: Is the 5000K XHP70D HICRI version likely to be any better? I can pay a little more for that option!

[@zebol2000]

Good review. Could you measure how many amps of current draws from the battery this flashlight model in turbo mode when turned on and after 10 and 20 seconds? In my opinion, this is the best EDC 21700 flashlight with a power bank function and a wide angle of light for less than $40.

[@FlashlightEnthusiast]

Thank you, appreciate the comment. It should draw more than 5-6 Amps from the battery. I don't have the chance to measure it though

[@siredwarddimaguila]

I measured 12 to 13 amps draw from the battery.

[@RRonventures]

That sustain is IMPRESSIVE! I have the TS21 and I am not proud of its zigzaggy output lol. Can you review the TS25 next?

[@FlashlightEnthusiast]

Exactly, zigzag output is a big no no

[@icpart]

I have first batch maybe without any thermal control. On high I have max output for longer times. But this is a little hotrod with temperature to almost 80 degree Celsius on turbo 😁

[@veciestlalucilaveciestlalu3157]

Sorry for my ignorance, what do you mean with zigzag?

[@eare84]

Have the TS21 and TS25, never noticed any sort of "zigzag". What do I look for as in zigzag?

[@wesolowskimatt]

​@@veciestlalucilaveciestlalu3157 ​zigzagy output means that the thermal regulation dims the light when flashlight get hot, but instead of stabilising it, brightens the light when the torch get cooler and do so over and over again in zigzag like manner. Sometimes it is more noticeably, sometimes less.

[@Auror37]

Only thing cooler would be that it comes with a purple khyber crystal and you can become the jedi you were born to be. Anyway, good review.

[@FlashlightEnthusiast]

Would be great, haha. Thanks for your comment

[@hificat101]

What emitter are you running in that D4K? That beam looks amazing.

[@FlashlightEnthusiast]

It is a dual channel light with Nichia 519A 2700K and 5700K. Both domed

[@hificat101]

@@FlashlightEnthusiast thanks for the reply. I know what I'm getting from Hank next.

[@nikolajumper558]

thanks👋

[@FlashlightEnthusiast]

My pleasure 👍

[@Matrix-wz4ug]

xhp70.2 vs xhp70.3 which will be best for this flashlight? 5000K

[@FlashlightEnthusiast]

Both are good. Hi version should give better tint without a shift around the hotspot, be the beam still should not be too focused

[@bluesjunkie69]

Some users on Reddit have complained that it gets hot fast, overheats and that you can easily burn yourself. So don't really know what to make of your review. Did they just happen to buy a bad batch or does the flashlight have a deficient heat management system?

[@FlashlightEnthusiast]

Might be a faulty batch or sth. I didn't recall any complaints in our Polish forum

[@ciepularys]

Hi guys. I am thinking which one to choose. This flashlight color 5000K with xhp70.2 or 70.3? Which is better? Or will the difference be negligible? I want good tint, universal use.

[@FlashlightEnthusiast]

I would say go with me newer led for slightly better efficiency. Hi version should have a slightly better tint without a shift around the hotspot, but the beam still should not be too tight

[@ciepularys]

@@FlashlightEnthusiast thanks for replying! Appreciated. Actually I decided to buy both! One I will keep and one give away as a gift :) ill pick what I prefer. Cheers

[@FlashlightEnthusiast]

Excellent, nothing better than buy both and decide for yourself 🙂 Cheers

[@alexanderprotasov]

​@@ciepularysYou bought both, which one is better, 70.2 or 70.3?

[@veciestlalucilaveciestlalu3157]

Very well review. Does TS22 have one spring in front and other in rear to withstand downfall? Thank you for sharing the info

[@BillBroadley]

Doesn't look like it, check the video at 3:10, clearly just has a button on the driver side.

[@user-nf7po4uj2c]

Tell me, which in your opinion is the best flashlight: wurkos TS22 or sofirn SC33?

[@FlashlightEnthusiast]

I would go for Wurkkos, Sofirn made it weird with 2 clicks to turn on UI

[@user-nf7po4uj2c]

@@FlashlightEnthusiast Thank you very much. That's exactly what I'll do. Subscribed to your channel!

[@kocabko]

Thank you for this review.This is what iam looking for.Cos mine is 6000k...Its too cold...Oh,i want to see any comparison with yours)) You as a flashaholic-is it visible 5000k?.....Thankkss!!

[@FlashlightEnthusiast]

Appreciate your input, hope I could help 😉 Yes, it is NW to my eyes, with minimal green discoloration around corona. Nothing to be too picky about though

[@Succotash3]

Trying to decide between 5k and 6k. Anyone see both in this flashlight to give opinion. Thanks

[@FlashlightEnthusiast]

Try to decide whether you like more yellowish or more bluish beam

[@anuwar7759]

Wurkos good

[@FlashlightEnthusiast]

Of course

[@jo3lo13]

Hey sir, do you review the Sofirn C8L???

[@FlashlightEnthusiast]

Maybe

[@Shanekng]

6500k vs 5000k which one is better sir , thx :D

[@FlashlightEnthusiast]

Depends on your preference really. 5000K is more yellowish white with slightly lower output but better color rendering. 6500K is more bluish white with slightly higher output and keeps you more alert on the dark

[@Shanekng]

​@@FlashlightEnthusiast Yeah I like 6500K Between Wurkkos TS21 and TS22 , which one would you choose? For EDC Flashlight , Go to the dark forest , Use in the house tactical etc ,Thank you so much sir

[@Domovoy-bg7re]

will there be a review on imalent sr16?

[@FlashlightEnthusiast]

Certainly, I hope to make it still in December. Stay tuned

[@nickmartin8495]

no tail cap switch?

[@darrensmith6782]

Does this have a timer?

[@FlashlightEnthusiast]

Nope, no timer here. It is usually present in Olight flashlights, those intended for EDC with Baton in it's name

[@darrensmith6782]

@@FlashlightEnthusiast I wish they had Anduril on this light. I love that Wurkkos lights can be used as powerbanks. It’s great for travel.

[@MADHIKER777]

Attractive looking flashlight. The deal killer for me is the magnetic tailcap. I wear mechanical Swiss watches which don't like magnets. I've also wiped out credit/bank cards by putting magnetic items in my pockets.

[@Dmitriy_Epifanov]

Согласен. Магнитная крышка это не всегда хорошо. Лучше бы она шла в комплекте как дополнительный элемент.

[@mrgauth]

Only 1 spring is very disappointing.

[@FlashlightEnthusiast]

Well, it is good enough for outdoor application but can be annoying sometimes when hitting the tailcap vigorously

[@kobikobiaszu7055]

Cześć Michał :)

[@FlashlightEnthusiast]

Cześć, pozdrawiam serdecznie ☺️

[@nets4318]

I saw Blair witch😂

[@MikeMaxxx]

Looks like they copied apples boxes