Comparison Console
Acebeam G10 vs ThruNite BSS V5
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam G10 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 346% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam G10 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam G10 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam G10 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 346% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam G10 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 116% 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$89.9Most expensive
US$75.99Cheapest
Weight
87 g (3.07 oz)Lightest
147 g (5.19 oz)Heaviest
Length
68.3 mm (2.69 in)Shortest
143 mm (5.63 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
600 lmLowest output
2676 lmHighest output
Max candela
10000 cdLowest candela
16200 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
200 m (656 ft)Lowest
255 m (837 ft)Highest
Max runtime
70 minShortest runtime
151 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
16340 USB-C rechargeable lithium-ion, compatible with CR123A
18650 Li-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2m/30min)
IPX-8 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
HAIII anodized A6061-T6 aluminum alloy
Aluminium Alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useRail-mounted applicationsUsers needing quick attach/detach without toolsUse on Glock and Picatinny rails
EDCTactical useWeapon mounting
Common praise
Compact and lightweight designQuick attach and release rail mountHigh output and long throw for its sizeAmbidextrous and stealthy switchDurable construction with high IP rating
High turbo output of 2676 lumensUSB-C onboard chargingSolid build with aluminium alloy bodyDual switch interface with tactical tail switch and electronic side switchIncludes accessories like battery, pocket clip, nylon pouch, charging cable, red filter, spare O-rings and manual
Common complaints
Short maximum runtime of 70 minutesLimited to rail-mounted use, not a general handheldLimited information on mode spacing and user interface
Slightly green/yellow tint on low modesPocket clip allows only bezel-down tail carryCharging port can be slightly crooked
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