Comparison Console
Nitecore P16 TAC vs ThruNite Catapult Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore P16 TAC stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P16 TAC stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 171% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore P16 TAC stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P16 TAC stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P16 TAC stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 171% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P16 TAC stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 445% 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$85Cheapest
US$90Most expensive
Weight
245 g (8.64 oz)Lightest
308 g (10.86 oz)Heaviest
Length
151 mm (5.94 in)Longest
150.5 mm (5.93 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
2713 lmHighest output
Max candela
22500 cdLowest candela
252000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
300 m (984 ft)Lowest
1005 m (3297 ft)Highest
Max runtime
36000 minLongest runtime
6600 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 Li-ion or 2 x CR123A batteries
1x 26650 Li-ion rechargeable battery (5000mAh)
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8
IPX8 (2 meters)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aero grade aluminium alloy with HAIII military grade hard anodised finish
Aerospace-grade aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useOutdoor activitiesEmergency situationsEDC
Long range throwOutdoor activities needing powerful beamGeneral purpose use where reach is important
Common praise
High maximum brightnessLong runtime on ultra-low modeMultiple brightness levelsDurable construction with military grade anodized finishWaterproof to IPX-8Impact resistant to 1.5 metersTactical tail switch with side switch for easy one-hand use
Excellent build quality with aerospace-grade aluminumHigh maximum output and long throw distanceSmooth ramping interface for customizable brightnessGood runtime performanceComprehensive accessory kit includedReliable electronic lockout featureUSB-C fast charging capability
Common complaints
Batteries not included in some packagesWeight slightly heavier than compact keychain lights
Larger size limits pocket EDC carryRamping speed slightly slow for some usersElectronic lockout adds UI complexityLight steps down output sharply on low voltage protection
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