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Nitecore NU05 V2 vs ThruNite Ti5
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore NU05 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Ti5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore NU05 V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1467% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore NU05 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti5 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU05 V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti5 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU05 V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1467% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU05 V2 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti5 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 203% 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
Unknown
Weight
11.1 g (0.39 oz)Lightest
20 g (0.71 oz)Heaviest
Length
29.75 mm (1.17 in)Shortest
90 mm (3.54 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
40 lmLowest output
100 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
460 cd
Beam distance
120 m (394 ft)Highest
43 m (141 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
2820 minLongest runtime
180 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 120mAh Li-ion battery
1x AAA battery (not included)
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IP66
IPX-8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
PC (polycarbonate)
Aircraft grade aluminum alloy body with premium type III hard anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
Safety signalingEveryday carryVersatile signaling (red and white lights)
EDC daily carryPocket carry in small cargo pants and sleeve pen pocketsSignaling and brief lighting
Common praise
Exceptionally lightweight and compact (11.1 g)Long runtime up to 47 hoursMultiple signaling modes with red and white lightsDurable with IP66 rating and 1m impact resistanceEasy one-handed operation with single button switchUSB-C rechargeable battery with built-in power indicator
Compact and light at 20 grams without batteryGood throw with Cree XP-G2 LEDForward clicky switch provides momentary on and intuitive mode cyclingWaterproof with IPX-8 ratingDurable construction with aircraft grade aluminum and hard anodized finish
Common complaints
Low maximum brightness (40 lumens) limits use as primary flashlightLimited impact resistance to 1 meterNot suitable for high-lumen tactical illumination or long-range throw
Short runtime on high mode (about 30 minutes) due to single AAA battery configurationBattery not included
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