Comparison Console
Nitecore EC4GTS vs ThruNite TC10 V3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite TC10 V3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC10 V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TC10 V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC10 V3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC10 V3 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC10 V3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 209% 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$90Most expensive
US$66Cheapest
Weight
171 g (6.03 oz)Heaviest
168 g (5.93 oz)Lightest
Length
155 mm (6.10 in)Shortest
159 mm (6.26 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmHighest output
1050 lmLowest output
Max candela
39220 cdHighest candela
27232 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
396 m (1299 ft)Highest
330 m (1083 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
22800 minShortest runtime
70560 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2 x 18650 Li-Ion
1 x 18650 rechargeable lithium ion
Charging type
Unknown
Micro USB charging port, 5V 1A
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters submersible)
IPX-8 (2 meters)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Aircraft grade aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Search and rescueOutdoor campingWalking/hikingBug-Out Bag (BOB)
Tactical useEveryday carryOutdoor activitiesBushcraftWeaponlight
Common praise
High output with effective beam throwDurable build quality with quality materials and anodizingErgonomic design with good grip even in wet conditionsUseful UI with direct access to Turbo and Ultra-LowLong maximum runtime and efficient thermal regulation
Robust, heavy-duty aircraft grade aluminum bodyGood mode spacing and runtime without stepdownIncludes quality rechargeable 18650 battery and internal chargingIntense hotspot with tight beam and long throw (330 m)Convenient dual switch interface and battery indication
Common complaints
No clip included for pocket carryRequires button top 18650 batteries for proper contact
Heavyweight compared to smaller modelsRelatively large head sizeLimited impact resistance to 1 meter
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