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Nitecore NU45 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 37% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TH01 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore NU45 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TH01 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU45 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH01 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU45 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 59% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH01 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU45 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 13% 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 NU45 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 8500% 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$65Most expensive
US$49.99Cheapest
Weight
126 g (4.44 oz)Heaviest
79 g (2.79 oz)Lightest
Length
79 mm (3.11 in)Longest
67 mm (2.64 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmHighest output
1500 lmLowest output
Max candela
7426 cdHighest candela
4935 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
172 m (564 ft)Highest
140.5 m (461 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
5160 minLongest runtime
60 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 4000mAh 18650 Li-ion Battery
1x 18350 rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB-C Fast Charging
Micro USB onboard charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
Unknown
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
Unknown
Material
PC material with aluminum alloy front housing
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Night RunningOutdoor AdventuresCampingWorkHiking
CampingHousehold UseEDCHeadlamp Tasks
Common praise
High Brightness With Multiple Lighting ModesLong Runtime On Low SettingsFast USB C ChargingLightweight And Comfortable To WearDurable With High Waterproof And Impact Resistance Ratings
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
No Explicit Complaints In Provided Sources
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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