Comparison Console
Nitecore NU43 vs ThruNite TH30 V2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore NU43 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TH30 V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TH30 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 137% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TH30 V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU43 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU43 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH30 V2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU43 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH30 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 137% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH30 V2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU43 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 50% 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$86.09Most expensive
US$79.95Cheapest
Weight
116 g (4.09 oz)Lightest
123 g (4.34 oz)Heaviest
Length
79.8 mm (3.14 in)Shortest
107.5 mm (4.23 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1400 lmLowest output
3320 lmHighest output
Max candela
3800 cdLowest candela
7290 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
130 m (427 ft)Lowest
170 m (558 ft)Highest
Max runtime
9900 minLongest runtime
6600 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 18650 Li-ion battery (3400mAh)
1x18650 IMR 3100mAh rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB-C (5V 2A)
USB-C onboard charging 1.5A
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (2 meters)
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
Material
Stamped aluminum alloy front housing, special PC plastic rear housing
6061-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum alloy with premium type III hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Trail runningNight runningTrekkingHikingCampingPatrolIndustrial maintenanceEmergency lightingOutdoor activities
CampingHikingCyclingIndoor and outdoor activitiesTactical useHeadlamp and EDC combination use
Common praise
Lightweight and comfortable for extended wearBright max output with dual beam flood and spotLong runtime with high-capacity 18650 batteryDurable construction and excellent waterproofingConvenient USB-C charging and fast charge timeIntelligent light sensor for obstacle avoidanceMultiple brightness levels and modes including red light and beacon
High maximum brightness outputUSB-C onboard charging convenienceSolid build quality with durable materialsVersatile modes including Firefly and SOSDual use as headlamp and right-angle EDC lightGood battery capacity and runtime
Common complaints
Turbo mode limited to 30 secondsHigh sensitivity of light sensor may vary depending on environment
Turbo mode thermal step-down limiting extended maximum outputSome users observed actual lumen output slightly below ratedHeadband stretches over timeNo anti-slip pattern on head strap
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