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Acebeam T36 vs ThruNite Lynx

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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ThruNite Lynx stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Lynx stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Lynx stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

ThruNite Lynx stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam T36 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

ThruNite Lynx stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Acebeam T36 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Acebeam T36 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

ThruNite Lynx stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

ThruNite Lynx stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Acebeam T36 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 91% 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.

Acebeam T36 — Beam distance: 309 m (1014 ft)Acebeam T36 — Max candela: 23870 cdAcebeam T36 — Weight: 113 g (3.99 oz)Acebeam T36 — Length: 145 mm (5.71 in)Acebeam T36 — Retail price: US$129.9Acebeam T36 — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)ThruNite Lynx — Beam distance: 417 m (1368 ft)ThruNite Lynx — Max candela: 43489 cdThruNite Lynx — Weight: 108 g (3.81 oz)ThruNite Lynx — Length: 144.5 mm (5.69 in)ThruNite Lynx — Retail price: US$99.95ThruNite Lynx — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$129.9Most expensive
US$99.95Cheapest
Weight
113 g (3.99 oz)Heaviest
108 g (3.81 oz)Lightest
Length
145 mm (5.71 in)Longest
144.5 mm (5.69 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2100 lmLowest output
3100 lmHighest output
Max candela
23870 cdLowest candela
43489 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
309 m (1014 ft)Lowest
417 m (1368 ft)Highest
Max runtime
7920 minLongest runtime
4140 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
21700 lithium-ion rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 / waterproof under water 5m
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with premium Type III Hard Anodized Anti-abrasive finish
Aerospace-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum with Type III hard anodizing
Use case profile
Best for
▣Self Defense▣Everyday Carry▣Hunting▣Search & Rescue▣Law Enforcement▣Outdoor Activities
▣Tactical Use▣Outdoor Activities▣EDC▣Law Enforcement▣Camping▣Dog Walking▣Inspection▣Hunting
Common praise
✓Solid Tactical Design With Dual Switch Setup✓4000k Tint Offers Nice Color Rendering✓USB C Charging Convenient And Fast✓Compact Size With Sturdy Feel And Firm Grip✓Good Beam Distance And Output Balance
✓High Output Up To 3100 Lumens With Long 417 Meter Beam Throw✓Built In USB C Charging With Convenient Metal Twist Port✓Powerbank Function For Charging Other Devices✓Durable Aerospace Grade Aluminum Construction✓Reliable Dual Tail Switch Interface✓Ipx8 Waterproof And 1.5 Meter Impact Resistance✓Multiple Modes Including Firefly Moonlight And Instant Strobe✓Battery Included With Proprietary 5000mah 21700 Cell
Common complaints
⚠Can Get Hot Quickly At Highest Output⚠Medium Mode Brightness Lower Than Some Users Would Prefer⚠Long Shipping Time From China To USA In Some Cases
⚠Tailcap USB C Cover Collar Can Be Somewhat Difficult To Open Especially With Pocket Clip Installed⚠Initial Turbo Mode Steps Down Quickly Due To Thermal Regulation⚠A Bit Expensive At Msrp, Though Amazon Price Is Better⚠Indicator Light Functions Not Fully Documented In Manual

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