ThruNite TN11S stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TN11S stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam E75 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 405% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
ThruNite TN11S stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Acebeam E75 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
ThruNite TN11S stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Acebeam E75 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
ThruNite TN11S stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Acebeam E75 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 405% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Acebeam E75 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
ThruNite TN11S stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 400% 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.
▣EDC use▣Throwing beam▣Military and tactical application
Common praise
✓Excellent build quality and durable design✓Great color rendering with Nichia 519A LEDs✓Strong and reliable magnet in tailcap✓Flat regulated output without PWM✓Convenient USB-C onboard charging✓Sturdy pocket clip with lanyard hole✓Includes battery and accessories
✓Solid build quality✓Nicely spaced modes✓Good beam throw for an XM-L light✓Includes a sturdy clip and holster✓Highly focused even beam✓Programmable memory function
Common complaints
⚠Button has minimal tactile feedback⚠May be too large for comfortable carry in pants pocket⚠Unprotected batteries can rattle or disconnect if shaken vigorously
⚠Actual output lower than advertised on single 18650⚠Side switch can be hard to activate⚠Does not tailstand without modification⚠PWM is noticeable on some modes⚠Clip can be difficult to install⚠Some users find the dual switch inconvenient