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Nitecore NU40 vs ThruNite TH01
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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ThruNite TH01 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TH01 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TH01 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TH01 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU40 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH01 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU40 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU40 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH01 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH01 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU40 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 11900% 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$61Most expensive
US$49.99Cheapest
Weight
116 g (4.09 oz)Heaviest
79 g (2.79 oz)Lightest
Length
79.8 mm (3.14 in)Longest
67 mm (2.64 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
1500 lmHighest output
Max candela
2700 cdLowest candela
4935 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
100 m (328 ft)Lowest
140.5 m (461 ft)Highest
Max runtime
7200 minLongest runtime
60 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 18650 Li-ion 2600mAh rechargeable
1x 18350 rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB-C (5V 2A)
Micro USB onboard charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
Unknown
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
Unknown
Material
PC plastic rear housing with aluminum alloy front housing
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
HikingTrail runningCampingCyclingMaintenanceOutdoor activities
CampingHousehold useEDCHeadlamp tasks
Common praise
Lightweight and compact designHigh maximum output with uniform beamLong runtime especially on low modesUSB-C fast rechargeableDurable construction with good heat dissipationMultiple brightness levels and special modes including red light for night vision preservation
Good build quality and anodized aluminum constructionNeutral white or cool white LED optionsWide beam angle with large hotspot and good spillStraightforward and simple UIGood thermal management and regulated brightnessLow voltage protection with indicatorIncluded quality accessories such as headstrap and charging cable
Common complaints
Runtime on highest output (Turbo) is limitedSome users may prefer longer beam distance for certain tasks
Micro USB port recessed, causing poor connection with standard cablesTurbo mode runtime is short (around 5 minutes before stepdown)Charging current is conservative, leading to longer charge times
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