ThruNite TN31 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TN31 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1208% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
ThruNite TN31 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
ThruNite TN31 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
ThruNite TN31 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1208% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
ThruNite TN31 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 363536% 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.
Built-in rechargeable Li-ion battery pack 12000 mAh (or 1 to 4 x 18650 cells)
3x18650
Charging type
USB Type-C fast charging (QC3.0 compatible)
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Unknown
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
Unknown
1.2 m (4 ft)
Material
Unknown
Aircraft grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣Search And Rescue▣Outdoor Contractors▣High Output Lighting Needs▣Long Range And Wide Area Illumination
▣Long Distance Throw▣Tactical Use▣Search And Rescue▣Outdoor Activities▣Emergency Use▣Self Defense
Common praise
✓Excellent Brightness And Balanced Beam For Both Throw And Flood✓Durable And Waterproof Design (ip68)✓Fast USB C Charging And Battery Level Indicator✓Good Runtime Especially On Lower Modes✓Ergonomic And Solid Build Quality
✓Very Bright With Good Throw✓Solid Build Quality✓Tactical Usability With Momentary Switch And Rotary Mode Selector✓Quiet Smooth Control Ring With Firm Detents✓Good Grip Due To Aggressive Knurling✓Ipx8 Waterproof Rating And Impact Resistance✓Stable Tailstand Capability
Common complaints
⚠Heaviest And Largest In Its Class For EDC⚠Highest Output Modes Are Temperature Limited With Short Runtime At Max Output
⚠Heavy And Bulky Compared To Smaller EDC Lights⚠Battery Carrier Fits Very Wide Batteries Tightly⚠Initial Sealed Case Foam Had Acrid Smell