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Fenix UC30 vs ThruNite TC15 V3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 140% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 140% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 200% 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$59.95Most expensive
US$49.95Cheapest
Weight
77 g (2.72 oz)Heaviest
74 g (2.61 oz)Lightest
Length
130 mm (5.12 in)Longest
122.5 mm (4.82 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
2403 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
12450 cd
Beam distance
253 m (830 ft)Highest
223 m (732 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
9000 minLongest runtime
3000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion or 2x CR123A Lithium batteries
18650
Charging type
Micro USB
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (submersible up to 2 meters for 30 minutes)
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aircraft-grade aluminum with type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor activitiesProfessional use
Everyday carryGeneral useTactical applications
Common praise
Compact and solid build qualityHigh maximum brightness of 1000 lumensMultiple output levels with strobeUSB rechargeable with included batteryWaterproof and dust proof with IPX8 ratingStainless steel side switch with battery indicatorGood battery life and regulated output
High maximum brightness outputCompact and lightweight designBuilt-in USB-C chargingGood runtime on multiple modesIncluded battery and accessoriesRugged anodized aluminum body
Common complaints
Turbo mode automatically downshifts after 3 minutesNo integrated pocket clipWeight excludes battery
Cool white LED tint is high CCT and may appear too blue for some usersCannot cycle from moonlight directly to other modesSlight battery rattle with flat top 18650 batteriesBody tube reversible but light will not function in reversed orientation
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