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Fenix E12 vs ThruNite BSS W1
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix E12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 333% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 333% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3978% 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$25.04Most expensive
US$24Cheapest
Weight
27.3 g (0.96 oz)Lightest
51.5 g (1.82 oz)Heaviest
Length
76.6 mm (3.02 in)Longest
67 mm (2.64 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
160 lmLowest output
693 lmHighest output
Max candela
1936 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
68 m (223 ft)
Unknown
Max runtime
4200 minLongest runtime
103 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Single AA (NiMH or alkaline)
16340 rechargeable Li-ion
Charging type
Unknown
MicroUSB onboard charging
Rechargeable
Unknown
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
A6061-T6 aluminium with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCampingGeneral hiking useBeginners and kidsProfessional spare EDC
EDC for new usersCompact small EDC useDeep pocket carry
Common praise
Compact and lightweightDurable aircraft-grade aluminum buildSimple and easy to use single tail switchGood beam quality with soft, balanced floodLong runtime on low modeIP68 rated water and dust resistance
Compact and lightweight designDeep carry pocket clipAffordable price pointStrong magnetic tailcapSimple and intuitive user interface
Common complaints
No strobe or SOS modesNo memory functionNo included pocket clipBeam distance shorter than some competitors
Short turbo runtime (1 minute before stepdown)MicroUSB charging instead of USB-CNo lockout mode except mechanical twistGreen tint on lower modesLED centering not perfect
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