Comparison Console
Acebeam K60 vs ThruNite TN31
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam K60 stands out as the lightest option for weight. Acebeam K60 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam K60 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 336% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam K60 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN31 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam K60 stands out as the lightest option for weight.
ThruNite TN31 stands out as the heaviest option for weight.
ThruNite TN31 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam K60 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 336% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam K60 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN31 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 54% 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$179Cheapest
US$220Most expensive
Weight
570 g (20.11 oz)Lightest
572.1 g (20.18 oz)Heaviest
Length
206 mm (8.11 in)Longest
203 mm (7.99 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
5000 lmHighest output
1147 lmLowest output
Max candela
124100 cdHighest candela
75000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
704 m (2310 ft)Highest
700 m (2297 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
78000 minShortest runtime
120000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4x 18650 Li-Ion
3x18650
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
Unknown
Unknown
IP rating
IPX-8 (2 meters)
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)
1.2 m (4 ft)
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum body, type III hard anodized finish
Aircraft grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
MilitaryLaw EnforcementSelf-defenseHuntingSearch & RescueOutdoor activities
Long distance throwTactical useSearch and rescueOutdoor activitiesEmergency useSelf-defense
Common praise
Very bright output up to 5000 lumensGood UI with magnetic control ring and forward clicky tail switchHigh build quality with aircraft grade aluminum and hard anodized finishGood thermal management and runtime regulationReliable and safe design without in-light chargingEffective beam throw of 704 meters
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
Gets hot quickly on turbo mode, requiring cautionNot available in neutral white LEDNo in-light charging feature
Heavy and bulky compared to smaller EDC lightsBattery carrier fits very wide batteries tightlyInitial sealed case foam had acrid smell
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