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Nitecore P10i vs ThruNite TC15 V3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P10i stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 108% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P10i stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P10i stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P10i stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 20% 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$104Most expensive
US$49.95Cheapest
Weight
84 g (2.96 oz)Heaviest
74 g (2.61 oz)Lightest
Length
147 mm (5.79 in)Longest
122.5 mm (4.82 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmLowest output
2403 lmHighest output
Max candela
21100 cdHighest candela
12450 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
290 m (951 ft)Highest
223 m (732 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3000 min
3000 min
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 21700 Li-ion (NL2140i included) or 2 x CR123
18650
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aero grade aluminium alloy
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical UseLaw EnforcementMilitary PersonnelEDC Everyday Carry Usage
Everyday CarryGeneral UseTactical Applications
Common praise
High Maximum Output And Throw DistanceCompact And Lightweight DesignTactical Dual Switch OperationUSB C Fast Charging With Power IndicatorDurability With Ip68 And 2m Impact Resistance
High Maximum Brightness OutputCompact And Lightweight DesignBuilt In USB C ChargingGood Runtime On Multiple ModesIncluded Battery And AccessoriesRugged Anodized Aluminum Body
Common complaints
Runtime Reduces At High Output Due To Temperature RegulationRequires Proprietary Battery For Maximum Performance
Cool White LED Tint Is High Cct And May Appear Too Blue For Some UsersCannot Cycle From Moonlight Directly To Other ModesSlight Battery Rattle With Flat Top 18650 BatteriesBody Tube Reversible But Light Will Not Function In Reversed Orientation
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