Comparison Console
Nitecore P35i vs ThruNite TC20 V3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite TC20 V3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC20 V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC20 V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TC20 V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P35i stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 440% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC20 V3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P35i stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P35i stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC20 V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P35i stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC20 V3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 780% 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$324Most expensive
US$59.95Cheapest
Weight
296.6 g (10.46 oz)Heaviest
198 g (6.98 oz)Lightest
Length
186.9 mm (7.36 in)Longest
125 mm (4.92 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmLowest output
4720 lmHighest output
Max candela
678000 cdHighest candela
16720 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1650 m (5413 ft)Highest
258 m (846 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3600 minShortest runtime
31680 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-ion rechargeable (Nitecore 21700i 5000mAh) compatible with CR123/RCR123
21700 rechargeable Li-ion
Charging type
USB-C fast charging
USB-C fast charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2m submersion)
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy with military-grade hard-anodized finish
Aircraft-grade aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Search & Rescue (extreme Long Range Visibility)Hunting (precision Lep Spotlight)Tactical & Law Enforcement (strobe, Oled Display, Remote Switch Compatibility)Industrial & Emergency Use (bright Floodlight)Outdoor & Survival (rugged And Long Runtime)
EDCCampingHikingDog WalkingHome EmergenciesOutdoor AdventuresNighttime TasksEmergency SituationsWork Repairs
Common praise
Exceptional Long Range Beam Distance (1650 Meters)High Output Brightness (3000 Lumens)Versatile Lighting Modes (spot, Flood, Mix)Oled Display Providing Real Time InfoDurable Construction With Ip68 RatingLong Runtime Up To 60 Hours On Low ModeUSB C Fast Charging Convenience
High Maximum Output With A Wide, Even Flood BeamDurable Aircraft Grade Aluminum Construction With Ipx8 Waterproof RatingUSB C Fast Charging With Battery IndicatorMagnetic Tailcap For Hands Free UseLock Switch Prevents Accidental ActivationMemory Function Recalls Last Brightness LevelMultiple Versatile Lighting Modes
Common complaints
Lep Mode Has A 30 Second Time Constraint Due To Overheating Protection
No Anti Roll FeatureSwitch And Mode Cycling Can Be Slightly Confusing Or DisorientingHarsh Low Voltage Protection Requiring Head Loosening To Reset
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