Comparison Console
Nitecore P12 vs ThruNite BSS V5
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore P12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 106% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 106% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 152% 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$95Most expensive
US$75.99Cheapest
Weight
142 g (5.01 oz)Lightest
147 g (5.19 oz)Heaviest
Length
98 mm (3.86 in)Shortest
143 mm (5.63 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1300 lmLowest output
2676 lmHighest output
Max candela
6400 cdLowest candela
16200 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
160 m (525 ft)Lowest
255 m (837 ft)Highest
Max runtime
60 minShortest runtime
151 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
16340 Li-ion / CR123A
18650 Li-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
Unknown
IPX-8 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aluminum alloy
Aluminium Alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useIndoor and most outdoor lighting
EDCTactical useWeapon mounting
Common praise
Multiple brightness levels including red light optionsSolid durability with glass breakers on bezelCompact and lightweight for easy EDC
High turbo output of 2676 lumensUSB-C onboard chargingSolid build with aluminium alloy bodyDual switch interface with tactical tail switch and electronic side switchIncludes accessories like battery, pocket clip, nylon pouch, charging cable, red filter, spare O-rings and manual
Common complaints
Brightest white mode has shorter throw distance than some competitorsRotating collar switch may add bulk
Slightly green/yellow tint on low modesPocket clip allows only bezel-down tail carryCharging port can be slightly crooked
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