Comparison Console
Fenix E12 vs ThruNite Ti4
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 37% 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$19.99Cheapest
Weight
27.3 g (0.96 oz)Heaviest
22.3 g (0.79 oz)Lightest
Length
76.6 mm (3.02 in)Shortest
132.9 mm (5.23 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
160 lmLowest output
252 lmHighest output
Max candela
1936 cdHighest candela
1120 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
68 m (223 ft)Highest
67 m (220 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
4200 minLongest runtime
3060 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Single AA (NiMH or alkaline)
2x AAA batteries
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
Unknown
No
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
A6061-T6 aluminium with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aircraft grade aluminum body with type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryCampingGeneral Hiking UseBeginners And KidsProfessional Spare EDC
EDCOutdoor CampingGeneral Everyday Use
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
Good Build QualityPositive And Rewarding Clicky SwitchCompact And Pen Like Form FactorBroad Beam With Good Mode SpacingNeutral White And Cool White Options AvailableComes With Spare O Rings And Thorough Manual
Common complaints
No Strobe Or SOS ModesNo Memory FunctionNo Included Pocket ClipBeam Distance Shorter Than Some Competitors
Short Runtimes Due To Aaa Battery PowerSwitch Is Prone To Accidental Activation In PocketTight Battery Tube May Cause Difficulty With Some BatteriesStrobe Mode Is Awkward To Access
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