ThruNite TN11S stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 502% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
ThruNite TN11S stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
ThruNite TN11S stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
ThruNite TN11S stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 502% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Nitecore EDC35 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
ThruNite TN11S stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 44% 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.
7075-T6 military-grade aluminum alloy, HA III hard-anodized finish
Aircraft grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣Tactical EDC▣Security Patrol▣Law Enforcement▣Search And Rescue▣Personal Defense▣Emergency Lighting
▣EDC Use▣Throwing Beam▣Military And Tactical Application
Common praise
✓Extremely High Brightness Output For Its Size✓Long Beam Distance With Strong Throw (550 Meters)✓Versatile Lighting Modes Including Momentary Tactical Modes✓Built In 6000mah Battery With USB C Charging And Battery Level Indicators✓Robust Build Quality With Military Grade Materials And High Waterproof Rating✓Useful Locking Switch To Prevent Accidental Activation✓Good Thermal Regulation To Prevent Overheating
✓Solid Build Quality✓Nicely Spaced Modes✓Good Beam Throw For An Xm L Light✓Includes A Sturdy Clip And Holster✓Highly Focused Even Beam✓Programmable Memory Function
Common complaints
⚠Internal Non Removable Battery May Be A Downside For Some Users⚠Initial Difficulty In Activating Without Triggering Momentary Modes⚠Lumin Shield And Search Modes Are Momentary Only⚠Runtime On Highest Steady Mode Is Limited Due To Thermal Step Down⚠Lack Of High Cri Or Warmer Color Temperature Leds
⚠Actual Output Lower Than Advertised On Single 18650⚠Side Switch Can Be Hard To Activate⚠Does Not Tailstand Without Modification⚠Pwm Is Noticeable On Some Modes⚠Clip Can Be Difficult To Install⚠Some Users Find The Dual Switch Inconvenient