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Nitecore LR30 vs ThruNite T1S
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore LR30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite T1S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 491% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite T1S stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 945% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore LR30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1S stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LR30 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 491% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LR30 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1S stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 945% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1S stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LR30 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 32% 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
Unknown
US$30
Weight
60 g (2.12 oz)Lightest
63 g (2.22 oz)Heaviest
Length
92 mm (3.62 in)Longest
69.5 mm (2.74 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
205 lmLowest output
1212 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
8460 cd
Beam distance
20 m (66 ft)Lowest
184 m (604 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3720 minShortest runtime
38880 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 or 2 x CR123A batteries
18350
Charging type
Unknown
USB-C PD compatible
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX6
IPX-8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Plastic (durable PC materials)
Aluminum 6061-T6
Use case profile
Best for
CampingOutdoor useWorkshop useGeneral EDC
EDC useCompact portable lightHands-free use with magnetic tail and clip
Common praise
Strong magnetic base useful for workshop or car bonnet attachmentGood white light output that preserves colors wellVersatile battery options (1x 18650 or 2x CR123)Multiple lighting modes including red light for preservation of night vision
Compact size and light weightPowerful max output for sizeUSB-C PD chargingNon-proprietary batteryMagnetic tailcap and dual-directional clip for hands-free useGood build quality and anodized aluminum body
Common complaints
No rechargeable battery optionNot specified LED typeLimited beam distance at 20 metersNo SOS beacon mode on white light
Green tint shifts on lower brightness modesPlastic concave TIR optic is prone to scratchingLimited to cool white SST-40 LEDDoes not have glass lensClip design not preferred by some
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