Comparison Console
Olight S1 Mini Baton vs ThruNite Neutron 2C V3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Olight S1 Mini Baton stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Neutron 2C V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. ThruNite Neutron 2C V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Neutron 2C V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Olight S1 Mini Baton stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
Olight S1 Mini Baton stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Neutron 2C V3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight S1 Mini Baton stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Neutron 2C V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight S1 Mini Baton stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Neutron 2C V3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 73% 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$50Most expensive
US$49.95Cheapest
Weight
43 g (1.52 oz)Lightest
86 g (3.03 oz)Heaviest
Length
54 mm (2.13 in)Shortest
125 mm (4.92 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
600 lmLowest output
1100 lmHighest output
Max candela
2500 cdLowest candela
14399 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
100 m (328 ft)Lowest
240 m (787 ft)Highest
Max runtime
1800 minShortest runtime
3120 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 16340/RCR123A or CR123A
1×18650, 1×18350, 2×16340 or 2×CR123A (compatible multiple cells)
Charging type
Micro-USB (via rechargeable battery)
USB side port charging (micro-USB)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8
IPX-8 (2 meters)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aluminum
Type-III hard anodized aluminum body
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)Urban and office useGeneral close-range illuminationUltralight backpacking
Everyday carry (EDC)Versatile battery compatibilityUsers wanting fine brightness control through ramping UI
Common praise
Small size with strong output for EDCUseful rechargeable battery included with USB chargingGood beam pattern with flood and some throwDurable aluminum construction with IPX8 waterproof ratingVersatile clip allowing tip-up or tip-down carry
Versatile battery configurations including 18650, 18350, 16340, and CR123ASmooth ramping UI with memory function for precise brightness controlSolid build quality with good grip and finishIncludes USB side charging with 1A currentBright output up to 1100 lumens with 240m beam distance
Common complaints
Tail magnet is weak for some use casesClip attachment can be stiff and require two handsConfusing model namingTurbo mode not available with standard CR123A cellsSome users desire stronger grip texture
PWM visible at 110 Hz on low to medium brightness levels, which can be distractingNot the smallest size for an EDC lightNo tail switch; all functions controlled by side switch
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