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Olight i5R EOS vs ThruNite Saber
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Saber stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Saber stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Saber stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Saber stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% 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$39.95Most expensive
US$25.95Cheapest
Weight
60 g (2.12 oz)Heaviest
56 g (1.98 oz)Lightest
Length
95.4 mm (3.76 in)Shortest
96.5 mm (3.80 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
350 lmLowest output
659 lmHighest output
Max candela
1247 cdLowest candela
7555 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
70.6 m (232 ft)Lowest
141 m (463 ft)Highest
Max runtime
2220 minLongest runtime
1140 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Custom 2.4V rechargeable lithium-ion cell (called "14500" but non-standard)
1 x AA alkaline or 1 x 14500 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C on battery cell with included USB to USB-C cable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX-8
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Aerospace grade aluminum alloy
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
EDCUsers wanting a dual-chemistry cell flashlightThose appreciating unique plum color
Everyday carryOutdoor activitiesEmergency use
Common praise
Unique plum color with attractive finishCompact size for everyday carrySolid light performance up to 350 lumensIncludes custom rechargeable 2.4V lithium-ion cell and USB-C charging
Compact size and lightweight designAbility to run on widely available AA or rechargeable 14500 batteryIncluded USB-C rechargeable battery and cableSimple and effective two-mode UI reducing complexityGood beam throw and tight beam profile
Common complaints
Included specialized 2.4V cell not compatible with standard 14500 chargers or batteriesSpring edge can snag battery when screwing on tailcap without modification
Low CRI output (under 70)Limited to two modes onlyNo built-in charging port on flashlight body, charging occurs on batteryTailcap unscrews at the head end, which can confuse some users
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