Comparison Console
Olight PL-Pro Valkyrie vs ThruNite TC12 V2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite TC12 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Olight PL-Pro Valkyrie stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC12 V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 78300% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TC12 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight PL-Pro Valkyrie stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC12 V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight PL-Pro Valkyrie stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight PL-Pro Valkyrie stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC12 V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 78300% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight PL-Pro Valkyrie stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC12 V2 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 69% 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$130
Unknown
Weight
92 g (3.25 oz)Heaviest
87 g (3.07 oz)Lightest
Length
83 mm (3.27 in)Shortest
140 mm (5.51 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1500 lmHighest output
1100 lmLowest output
Max candela
19600 cdHighest candela
14399 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
280 m (919 ft)Highest
240 m (787 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
90 minShortest runtime
70560 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
900mAh 3.6V lithium polymer battery
1x 18650 rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Charging type
Magnetic USB charge base
Micro-USB charging port
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX6
IPX8 (2 meters)
Impact resistance
Unknown
1 m (3 ft)
Material
AL6061-T6 Aluminum Alloy
Aluminum T6061 alloy, aircraft-grade aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Use on riflesTactical usePolice and military applications
EDCTacticalCampingEmergenciesHuntingSecurityLaw enforcementMilitaryOutdoor activities
Common praise
High brightness with 1500 lumens outputConvenient magnetic USB charging without battery removalVersatile mounting with GL and 1913 rail adaptersSilent ambidextrous on/off switch for ease of activationDurable AL6061-T6 aluminum body and IPX6 waterproof rating
Well-built with excellent fit and finishStrong output with 6 useful modesOn-board USB charging with intelligent overcharge protectionDurable aircraft-grade aluminum construction with premium anodized finishMemory function for instant mode recallSmooth reflector for far beamIncludes quality accessories including battery, holster, lanyard, clip and USB cord
Common complaints
Limited runtime at maximum brightness (1.5 minutes at 1500 lumens)
Side switch indicator does not operate in firefly modeMode cycling can be confusing due to automatic reset to firefly after pauseCharging requires tail switch to be ON to function properlyToo large for comfortable pocket carry for some users
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