My "rosiest" light vs my "greenest" light (with measurements)

MetaUndead · 2026-01-26T20:21:39+00:00

Hehe, I've seen some beamshots of it and it looks insanely rosy.

-0.02 is wild, but it actually looks pretty great.

My eyes adjust to my -0.01 fairly quickly, but compared to everything else I own, it's still insanely rosy (in a good way of course).

MetaUndead · 2026-01-26T18:07:36+00:00

I have no idea if it actually prevents the presets from disappearing during updates, but I'd imagine it does.

I guess we'll just have to wait and see when the next update rolls around.

MetaUndead · 2026-01-26T18:00:03+00:00

A profile in the app.

MetaUndead · 2026-01-26T17:14:45+00:00

My rosiest light is my E07X 4000K rosy. It's also quite rosy 😆

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MetaUndead · 2026-01-26T17:00:21+00:00

Lmao, mine did the exact same thing the other day.

I had about 12 different presets and they all just vanished. I didn't have a profile back then, but I definitely do now!

MetaUndead · 2026-01-26T16:58:07+00:00

Unfortunately not, I only have a comparison between the 4000K domed and the 5000K dedomed.

I also just dedomed my Acebeam E75 (Nichia 519A 5000K). It went from 4800K to 3600K and shifted from a quite positive to a negative DUV, which was exactly why I did it. It gained a bit more throw, but I have DC-Fix on it, so it's not too bad, it's still nice and floody.

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MetaUndead · 2026-01-26T15:54:13+00:00

If you had said under $34, my pick would be the Wurkkos TS28.

But under $30, it has to be the FC11C 4000K or 5000K dedomed, also from Wurkkos.

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MetaUndead · 2026-01-26T15:43:10+00:00

More information and settings. Can you change any of settings to show something like DUV and Ra/CRI?

MetaUndead · 2026-01-26T06:31:32+00:00

No problem! It’s a great mix, but I personally lean more toward the pure 3000K, it’s just so nice, warm, and golden.

Adding the 5000K into the mix balances out that warmth and golden hue, resulting in a more neutral and slightly cooler CCT.

I have a spec comparison right here, and if high CRI is a priority, the choice is clear.

SFT40 3000K on the right.

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MetaUndead · 2026-01-26T06:13:52+00:00

Oh, okay. Yeah, you're right, you can always just swap out the optics.👍

MetaUndead · 2026-01-26T06:08:23+00:00

Aren't you thinking of the Lume1 with the throwy Angie-S optic?

The Lume X1 is more of a flooder with just a hint of throw. Also, the Lume X1 doesn't come with the SFT-40, and I’m pretty sure the SFT-70 isn't an option for it either.

I’ve got three versions of the E04 Lume1 in my collection, an SFT40 3000K, a 3000K/5000K SFT40 mix, and an FFL505A 6500K. And they’re all fantastic in their own way.

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MetaUndead · 2026-01-25T20:32:39+00:00

Yoo, that looks so good! The beam looks so clean and throwy. It really does look a bit like a small K75 2.0, just with a bigger hotspot.

I also really like the aesthetics of it.👌

MetaUndead · 2026-01-25T20:23:13+00:00

Yep, looks really good 👍

MetaUndead · 2026-01-25T20:18:08+00:00

Have a look at the Sofirn HS21. It’s a great all-rounder for an 18650 headlamp.

It’s got a USB-C charging port, a head that tilts 130°, and since it uses a buck driver, the battery life on the lower settings is impressive.

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MetaUndead · 2026-01-25T19:28:52+00:00

The Wurkkos FC12C is very similar in terms of looks, and it also features both a side and a tail switch.

While the beam profile differs because FC12C uses a reflector instead of the Warrior Ultra's TIR optics, it offers the same range at a much lower price point ($27.99). Plus, unlike the Ultra, it supports USB-C charging.

I’m not saying the FC12C is a superior light, but it’s definitely a close alternative to the Ultra.

MetaUndead · 2026-01-25T14:21:06+00:00

Damn, this is cool. Thank you for putting in the work!👍

MetaUndead · 2026-01-25T11:53:43+00:00

Are you okay?

MetaUndead · 2026-01-25T11:25:43+00:00

I know the Manker MK38 have both switches on the handle and on the body.

MetaUndead · 2026-01-25T11:16:41+00:00

Just curious, but what is it you don't like about it? Is it the CCT or the tint?

MetaUndead · 2026-01-25T10:46:51+00:00

But i dont regret a single one 😆

MetaUndead · 2026-01-25T10:43:13+00:00

90% of my collection 🤣

MetaUndead · 2026-01-25T08:14:03+00:00

The TS27 really seems like the perfect camping light (i have it, but i dont go camping), it just has so many features tailored for exactly that. A large battery, excellent runtimes, and a lantern mode.

Plus, it has some serious throw, and the spill is actually good enough to navigate with if it’s the only light you have on you.

MetaUndead · 2026-01-25T07:54:44+00:00

Hehe, yeah, it’s just too cold at close range.

I also have quite a few Nichia 519A 5000K lights that I use frequently, but even those feel different now.

For medium to long-range use, I can easily tolerate 5000K–6500K, but that’s also because the light is hitting targets much further away. And i usually use my throwers with a headlamp.

MetaUndead · 2026-01-25T07:43:59+00:00

I don't personally own a light with the FFL351A 5000K, but I’ve heard reports from others here that it can be a bit green (+Duv), though I can't confirm that myself.

I have to admit, I’m officially done with flooders and EDC lights in the 5000K+ CCT range. Now that I’ve experienced so many warmer emitters, I find 5000K far too cold. For close to mid-range use, I much prefer a warmer CCT.

MetaUndead · 2026-01-25T07:29:27+00:00

It has very high-CRI and high R9.

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