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Nitecore MT2A Pro vs ThruNite BSS V4

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Nitecore MT2A Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MT2A Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 152% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Nitecore MT2A Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Nitecore MT2A Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Nitecore MT2A Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 152% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Nitecore MT2A Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 638% 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.

Nitecore MT2A Pro — Beam distance: 255 m (837 ft)Nitecore MT2A Pro — Max candela: 16500 cdNitecore MT2A Pro — Weight: 88 g (3.10 oz)Nitecore MT2A Pro — Length: 142.8 mm (5.62 in)Nitecore MT2A Pro — Retail price: US$49.95Nitecore MT2A Pro — Max lumens: 1000 lmThruNite BSS V4 — Beam distance: 260 m (853 ft)ThruNite BSS V4 — Max candela: 16887 cdThruNite BSS V4 — Weight: 98 g (3.46 oz)ThruNite BSS V4 — Length: 146.5 mm (5.77 in)ThruNite BSS V4 — Retail price: US$59.95ThruNite BSS V4 — Max lumens: 2523 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$49.95Cheapest
US$59.95Most expensive
Weight
88 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
98 g (3.46 oz)Heaviest
Length
142.8 mm (5.62 in)Shortest
146.5 mm (5.77 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
2523 lmHighest output
Max candela
16500 cdLowest candela
16887 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
255 m (837 ft)Lowest
260 m (853 ft)Highest
Max runtime
1200 minShortest runtime
8850 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x NL1416R rechargeable Li-ion battery (1600mAh), compatible with 2 x AA batteries
1x 18650
Charging type
USB-C (built into battery)
Micro-USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
IPX8
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry (EDC)▣Outdoor Activities▣Emergency Backup Lighting▣Travel▣Self Defense Tool
▣Tactical Use▣EDC▣Weapon Mounting▣Outdoor Activities
Common praise
✓High Brightness For Aa Flashlight✓Dual Power Options (rechargeable Battery With USB C And Aa Compatibility)✓Lightweight And Compact Design✓Good Build Quality And Ip68 Waterproof Rating✓Simple And Effective User Interface
✓High Maximum Output With 2523 Lumens✓Compact Size And Lightweight For Easy Carry✓Includes A Comprehensive Accessory Kit With Battery And Mounting Options✓Ipx8 Waterproof Rating✓Smooth Reflector And Versatile Strike Bezel✓Good Thermal Management And Runtime
Common complaints
⚠No Built In Charging In Flashlight Body (battery Charges Separately)⚠No Electronic Lockout Feature⚠No Mode Memory
⚠Uses Micro USB Charging Rather Than The More Modern USB C⚠Tailcap Design Can Make Battery Swaps Somewhat Inconvenient⚠Friction Fit Pocket Clip Only Allows Tail End Carry⚠No Mounting Option For The Remote Switch Included

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