I’m currently deciding on my next 18650 flashlight. My options are the Wurkkos FC11C and the Skilhunt M200 V4, and for both I’d go with the 519A 5000K LED version. Could anyone give me some advice on which one I should choose? The Wurkkos FC11C is cheaper but a bit longer, while the Skilhunt M200 V4 costs twice as much but is shorter and lighter. I wonder if its overall build quality is significantly better than the Wurkkos.
I also read that some people reported issues with the FC11C’s USB charging port failing after some use, while the M200 V4 with the 519A LED has a problem with the magnetic charging port not being able to charge the battery to a full 100%. Does anyone have those issues?
Is the driver on the FC11C more efficient or better than the M200? I noticed it seems to sustain the high mode for a longer period.
the FC11C adds a ramping UI option… not a fan of the longer shape
for M200, not a fan of the proprietary charging cable, I would buy the battery w USB-C:
(order light w no battery, then add the BL133-C separately to the cart) note the batteries Skilhunt uses are protected button tops. They are longer than UnProtected flat tops. Flat Tops work better w a convoy battery button spacer, so the battery does not lose contact if bumped.
zeroair has reviews of both lights… I would pick Skilhunt for the form factor and waterproofing
Have you experienced any drawbacks when using a magnetic charging port? I’ve seen some people say it can get scratched easily because it attracts tiny metal particles or rubs against keys or other metallic objects in the pocket.
I don’t prioritize individual batteries with built-in Type-C charging. They are indeed good and convenient, but the price is quite high - sometimes two, three, or even four times more expensive than regular 18650 cells. That’s why I prefer flashlights with built-in charging, so I can recharge the battery during multi-day trips. If the 18650 battery wears out, I can easily replace it with a cheap Samsung 30Q, which is also convenient.
Thank you. I have a Yonii charge at home, so i usually charge my battery through Yonni charge. I only use the flashlight built in charge when i am traveling. What do you guys think about the skilhunt m200 driver efficiency?
THe FC11C of zeroair review is the 4000K version. I see a chart from FC11C 5000K version of 1lumen, i think 5000K is better in lumens but runtime is the same the 4000k version.
Thank all you guys for your support, i finally buy the skilhunt M200.
Today the flashlight comes to me, she is so small compact and beautiful, i am very happy with her now.
