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Nitecore EC4GTS vs ThruNite TT10
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TT10 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 106% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TT10 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TT10 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TT10 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 106% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TT10 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 73% 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$90Cheapest
US$99.95Most expensive
Weight
171 g (6.03 oz)Lightest
190.5 g (6.72 oz)Heaviest
Length
155 mm (6.10 in)Longest
138 mm (5.43 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmLowest output
3700 lmHighest output
Max candela
39220 cdHighest candela
15711 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
396 m (1299 ft)Highest
269 m (883 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
22800 minLongest runtime
13200 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2 x 18650 Li-Ion
1x 21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
Unknown
Onboard micro-USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters submersible)
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Aircraft grade aluminum, type III anodized
Use case profile
Best for
Search and rescueOutdoor campingWalking/hikingBug-Out Bag (BOB)
Tactical useProfessional useEveryday carry for users requiring high output
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
High maximum output with good sustained brightnessOnboard charging with reliable and fast micro-USBEasy access to Turbo and Strobe via tail switchesGood build quality and materialsMultiple modes including Firefly and LockoutBright locator LED for finding the light in the dark
Common complaints
No clip included for pocket carryRequires button top 18650 batteries for proper contact
Output measured lower than manufacturer specifications by approximately 20-30%Large size and head diameter may not be comfortable for all carry stylesDual tail switch layout may feel awkward initiallyNo full mechanical lockout; side switch remains active even if tailcap loosened
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