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Fenix E12 vs ThruNite Ti5
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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ThruNite Ti5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E12 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E12 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2233% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Ti5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti5 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti5 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2233% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti5 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 17% 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$25.04
Unknown
Weight
27.3 g (0.96 oz)Heaviest
20 g (0.71 oz)Lightest
Length
76.6 mm (3.02 in)Shortest
90 mm (3.54 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
160 lmHighest output
100 lmLowest output
Max candela
1936 cdHighest candela
460 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
68 m (223 ft)Highest
43 m (141 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
4200 minLongest runtime
180 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Single AA (NiMH or alkaline)
1x AAA battery (not included)
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
Unknown
No
IP rating
IP68
IPX-8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
A6061-T6 aluminium with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aircraft grade aluminum alloy body with premium type III hard anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCampingGeneral hiking useBeginners and kidsProfessional spare EDC
EDC daily carryPocket carry in small cargo pants and sleeve pen pocketsSignaling and brief lighting
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 light at 20 grams without batteryGood throw with Cree XP-G2 LEDForward clicky switch provides momentary on and intuitive mode cyclingWaterproof with IPX-8 ratingDurable construction with aircraft grade aluminum and hard anodized finish
Common complaints
No strobe or SOS modesNo memory functionNo included pocket clipBeam distance shorter than some competitors
Short runtime on high mode (about 30 minutes) due to single AAA battery configurationBattery not included
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