Comparison Console
Olight i5R EOS vs ThruNite Saber 2A
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Saber 2A 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 2A 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 2A stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% 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 2A stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 414% 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
56.2 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
142 m (466 ft)Highest
Max runtime
2220 minShortest runtime
11400 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Custom 2.4V rechargeable lithium-ion cell (called "14500" but non-standard)
1x AA alkaline or rechargeable NiMH, or 1x 14500 lithium-ion (included)
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C charging via included 14500 battery
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Aerospace grade aluminum alloy
Aluminum body with PMMA TIR optic lens
Use case profile
Best for
EDCUsers wanting a dual-chemistry cell flashlightThose appreciating unique plum color
EDCEveryday carryLaw enforcementSecurityEmergency useMedical servicesCampingDuty light
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 and lightweight for pocket carryHigh output and good beam throwAbility to run on both AA and 14500 batteriesUSB-C charging included with the batterySimple and intuitive two-mode UIDurable IPX8 waterproof design
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
Tail switch is firm and may be hard for some to pressLow mode is relatively bright and not very low
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