Comparison Console
Nitecore NU33 vs ThruNite Thrower
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore NU33 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore NU33 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. ThruNite Thrower stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 151% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore NU33 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
Nitecore NU33 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU33 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 151% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU33 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 63% 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$49.95Cheapest
US$50Most expensive
Weight
95.5 g (3.37 oz)Lightest
109 g (3.84 oz)Heaviest
Length
62.3 mm (2.45 in)Shortest
109 mm (4.29 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
700 lmLowest output
1755 lmHighest output
Max candela
4578 cdLowest candela
26100 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
135 m (443 ft)Lowest
323 m (1060 ft)Highest
Max runtime
8820 minShortest runtime
14400 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 2000mAh Li-ion battery
18650
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
PC and aluminum metal materials
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Night runningTrekkingHikingCampingOutdoor adventuresEmergency lighting
BikingSkateboardingTrail runningLong distance beam requirements
Common praise
Compact and lightweight designMultiple lighting modes with high CRI optionLong maximum runtime of up to 147 hours on low modeUSB-C fast charging with approximately 1.5 hours charge timeComfortable to wear with adjustable headband and stable fitGood quality construction with durable materialsLockout mode prevents accidental activation
Very good throw performance with 26,100 cd intensityIncluded 3400mAh 18650 batteryGreat runtime on low and medium modesComfortable and adjustable headbandSimple and straightforward UI with direct access to firefly and turbo modes
Common complaints
Sealed non-user replaceable batteryRed mode lacks low output levelIP66 rating less than some higher-grade headlampsNo PWM in LED driver, but this is generally positiveLimited tilt adjustment (only downward about 75 degrees)
Warm on turbo output causing some heat and neck fatigue when worn on headSlight rattling or wiggle of the battery inside the tubeThin rubber flap sealing USB-C portNo magnetic tailcapTailcap threads can be a bit gritty
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