ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 260% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Fenix LD02 V2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Fenix LD02 V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Fenix LD02 V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 260% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Fenix LD02 V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 47% 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.
6061-T6 aerospace aluminum alloy with HA Type III anodization
Aircraft grade aluminum body with type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday carry (EDC)▣Technical inspection (e.g., document verification, banknote check)▣Outdoor activities (camping, hiking)▣Medical and family use
▣EDC▣Outdoor camping▣General everyday use
Common praise
✓Compact portable design comparable to a pen✓High color rendering index (CRI 90) for natural color rendering✓UV light useful for detecting counterfeit currency and documents✓Long runtime on low mode (up to 75 hours)✓Solid build quality with aerospace aluminum and stainless steel switch✓Effective waterproof and impact resistance (IP68, 1 meter)
✓Good build quality✓Positive and rewarding clicky switch✓Compact and pen-like form factor✓Broad beam with good mode spacing✓Neutral white and cool white options available✓Comes with spare O-rings and thorough manual
Common complaints
⚠No included battery⚠Non-rechargeable⚠Relatively low maximum brightness and beam distance compared to larger flashlights⚠UV mode runtime significantly shorter than white modes
⚠Short runtimes due to AAA battery power⚠Switch is prone to accidental activation in pocket⚠Tight battery tube may cause difficulty with some batteries⚠Strobe mode is awkward to access