Comparison Console
Acebeam K70 vs ThruNite TN31
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite TN31 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam K70 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam K70 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 127% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam K70 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN31 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN31 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam K70 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN31 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam K70 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 127% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam K70 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN31 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 67% 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$169Cheapest
US$220Most expensive
Weight
590 g (20.81 oz)Heaviest
572.1 g (20.18 oz)Lightest
Length
206 mm (8.11 in)Longest
203 mm (7.99 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2600 lmHighest output
1147 lmLowest output
Max candela
422000 cdHighest candela
75000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1300 m (4265 ft)Highest
700 m (2297 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
72000 minShortest runtime
120000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4 x 18650
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 with type III hard anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aircraft grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
HuntingSearchingSecuringCavingLaw enforcementSelf-defenseSearch & rescueOutdoor activities
Long distance throwTactical useSearch and rescueOutdoor activitiesEmergency useSelf-defense
Common praise
Extremely powerful output and throw distanceVersatile brightness levels and strobe modeRobust and durable build qualityLong runtime on low modes
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
Batteries not includedRelatively heavy without batteries
Heavy and bulky compared to smaller EDC lightsBattery carrier fits very wide batteries tightlyInitial sealed case foam had acrid smell
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