Comparison Console
Acebeam D30 vs ThruNite TN31
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam D30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam D30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam D30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 388% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam D30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN31 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam D30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN31 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN31 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam D30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 388% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam D30 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN31 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 39900% 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$189.9Cheapest
US$220Most expensive
Weight
517 g (18.24 oz)Lightest
572.1 g (20.18 oz)Heaviest
Length
267.9 mm (10.55 in)Longest
203 mm (7.99 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
5600 lmHighest output
1147 lmLowest output
Max candela
528529 cdHighest candela
75000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1454 m (4770 ft)Highest
700 m (2297 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
300 minShortest runtime
120000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2 x 21700 rechargeable USB-C batteries
3x18650
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Unknown
IP rating
Unknown
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1.2 m (4 ft)Lowest
Material
AL6061-T6 aerospace-grade aluminum alloy with hard anodization
Aircraft grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Professional deep-sea divingUnderwater marine explorationNavigating murky waters
Long distance throwTactical useSearch and rescueOutdoor activitiesEmergency useSelf-defense
Common praise
High brightness with focused beam for underwater useLong maximum runtime with battery swap capabilityDurable, corrosion-resistant design suitable for saltwaterIntuitive side switch allows easy one-handed operationWaterproof with triple o-rings and 1.5m impact resistance
Very bright with good throwSolid build qualityTactical usability with momentary switch and rotary mode selectorQuiet smooth control ring with firm detentsGood grip due to aggressive knurlingIPX8 waterproof rating and impact resistanceStable tailstand capability
Common complaints
Mostly specialized for diving; less suited as general EDC flashlight
Heavy and bulky compared to smaller EDC lightsBattery carrier fits very wide batteries tightlyInitial sealed case foam had acrid smell
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