Comparison Console
Nitecore NU27 vs ThruNite TH20 Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore NU27 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TH20 Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TH20 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TH20 Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU27 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU27 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH20 Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU27 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH20 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU27 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH20 Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 216% 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$44.95Most expensive
US$29.95Cheapest
Weight
56 g (1.98 oz)Lightest
57.6 g (2.03 oz)Heaviest
Length
65.5 mm (2.58 in)Shortest
80 mm (3.15 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
600 lmLowest output
1010 lmHighest output
Max candela
3705 cdLowest candela
7200 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
123 m (404 ft)Lowest
169 m (554 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3420 minShortest runtime
10800 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 850mAh Li-ion
1x AA or 1x 14500 battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C charging via included 14500 battery
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Polycarbonate (PC)
Aircraft grade aluminium with type III hard anodised finish
Use case profile
Best for
CampingHikingTrail runningNight runningOutdoor adventuresFoggy and rainy environmentsEDC (Everyday Carry)
RunningCampingUtility TasksEveryday Carry
Common praise
Lightweight and comfortable at 56 gramsMultiple color temperatures for varied lighting needsGood beam distance of 123 metersLong maximum runtime of 57 hoursUSB-C onboard chargingDurable with IP66 rating and impact resistance 1 meterVersatile with clip for cap or backpack use
Lightweight and compactGood runtime and output for sizeIncludes rechargeable 14500 battery with USB-C chargingFlexible use as headlamp or right-angle flashlight
Common complaints
Lack of memory function—resets to lowest neutral light when powered offBeam has some flare-like artifacts not ideal for flood lighting
No battery level indicator on lightLow mode may be too bright for some usersNo external charging port on light body
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