Comparison Console
Nitecore EC23 vs ThruNite BSS V4
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore EC23 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EC23 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC23 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 124% 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$58.95Cheapest
US$59.95Most expensive
Weight
78 g (2.75 oz)Lightest
98 g (3.46 oz)Heaviest
Length
128.7 mm (5.07 in)Shortest
146.5 mm (5.77 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmLowest output
2523 lmHighest output
Max candela
16200 cdLowest candela
16887 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
255 m (837 ft)Lowest
260 m (853 ft)Highest
Max runtime
19800 minLongest runtime
8850 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1× 18650 Li-ion (output ≥ 8A) or 2× CR123 (single use or rechargeable)
1x 18650
Charging type
USB (implied by USB flashlight naming and included battery)
Micro-USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters submersible)
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aero grade aluminium alloy with HAIII military grade hard-anodised finish
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor useCampingSearch tasksSurvival/bushcraft
Tactical useEDCWeapon mountingOutdoor activities
Common praise
High maximum brightness (1800 lumens)Long maximum runtime (up to 330 hours in ultralow mode)Compact size and lightweightMultiple output levels and special modesWaterproof and impact resistantBuilt-in battery power indicatorComfortable diamond knurled body grip
High maximum output with 2523 lumensCompact size and lightweight for easy carryIncludes a comprehensive accessory kit with battery and mounting optionsIPX8 waterproof ratingSmooth reflector and versatile strike bezelGood thermal management and runtime
Common complaints
Switch can be fiddly or less intuitiveTurbo mode requires specific high-output batteryNot compatible with all 18650 batteries for turbo mode
Uses micro-USB charging rather than the more modern USB-CTailcap design can make battery swaps somewhat inconvenientFriction-fit pocket clip only allows tail-end carryNo mounting option for the remote switch included
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