Comparison Console
Nitecore SRT6i vs ThruNite BSS V5
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 27% 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 48% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore SRT6i stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore SRT6i stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore SRT6i stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore SRT6i stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2681% 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$145.49Most expensive
US$75.99Cheapest
Weight
167 g (5.89 oz)Heaviest
147 g (5.19 oz)Lightest
Length
163 mm (6.42 in)Longest
143 mm (5.63 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2100 lmLowest output
2676 lmHighest output
Max candela
65200 cdHighest candela
16200 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
510 m (1673 ft)Highest
255 m (837 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
4200 minLongest runtime
151 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x21700i Li-ion (NL2150HPi 5000mAh), 2xCR123, 2xRCR123/16340
18650 Li-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX-8 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish; strike bezel with high strength silicon nitride ceramics
Aluminium Alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical UseLong Range SearchlightLaw EnforcementHunting
EDCTactical UseWeapon Mounting
Common praise
Intuitive No Nonsense User Interface With Rotary Selector RingImpressive Long Throw And Beam IntensitySolid Build Quality With Durable MaterialsIntegrated USB C Charging With Included Proprietary BatteryTactical Features Such As Strobe Ready Mode And Lockout
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
Large Head Size Makes Pocket Carry InconvenientRequires Proprietary Battery Which Limits Standard Battery Use
Slightly Green/yellow Tint On Low ModesPocket Clip Allows Only Bezel Down Tail CarryCharging Port Can Be Slightly Crooked
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