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Fenix BC30 V2.0 vs ThruNite TN11S
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 165% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN11S stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN11S stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN11S stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 165% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN11S stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 160% 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$93.03Cheapest
US$99Most expensive
Weight
154 g (5.43 oz)Lightest
169.2 g (5.97 oz)Heaviest
Length
120 mm (4.72 in)Shortest
157.5 mm (6.20 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2200 lmHighest output
830 lmLowest output
Max candela
Unknown
28900 cd
Beam distance
187 m (614 ft)Lowest
355 m (1165 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3000 minShortest runtime
7800 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion or 4 x CR123A batteries
1 or 2 x 18650 or 3/4 x CR123A
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Unknown
IP rating
IP67
IPX8
Impact resistance
Unknown
1.2 m (4 ft)
Material
All-metal housing, aluminum A6061-T6
Aircraft grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Mountain cyclingBicycle useHelmet mounting
EDC useThrowing beamMilitary and tactical application
Common praise
Bright max output at 2200 lumensWireless remote control switchSolid all-metal housing with good heat dissipationQuick-release bicycle mount for stable fixationReplaceable rechargeable batteriesCompatible with helmet mountGood battery life with up to 50 hours on eco mode
Solid build qualityNicely spaced modesGood beam throw for an XM-L lightIncludes a sturdy clip and holsterHighly focused even beamProgrammable memory function
Common complaints
Battery and charger not included with original retail packagePrice considered somewhat expensive by some usersRequires appropriate rubber padding to mount securely to different bike handlebar sizesNot intended as a general-purpose flashlight; optimized for bike use
Actual output lower than advertised on single 18650Side switch can be hard to activateDoes not tailstand without modificationPWM is noticeable on some modesClip can be difficult to installSome users find the dual switch inconvenient
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