Comparison Console
Olight S2 Baton vs ThruNite Neutron 2C V3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Olight S2 Baton stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Neutron 2C V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. Olight S2 Baton stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight S2 Baton stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Neutron 2C V3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight S2 Baton stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Neutron 2C V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Neutron 2C V3 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight S2 Baton stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight S2 Baton stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Neutron 2C V3 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 21% 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$49.95
US$49.95
Weight
50.5 g (1.78 oz)Lightest
86 g (3.03 oz)Heaviest
Length
103 mm (4.06 in)Shortest
125 mm (4.92 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
950 lmLowest output
1100 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
14399 cd
Beam distance
142 m (466 ft)Lowest
240 m (787 ft)Highest
Max runtime
5040 minLongest runtime
3120 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 or 2x CR123A
1×18650, 1×18350, 2×16340 or 2×CR123A (compatible multiple cells)
Charging type
Unknown
USB side port charging (micro-USB)
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX-8 (2 meters)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Unknown
Type-III hard anodized aluminum body
Use case profile
Best for
Users Looking For A Compact Flashlight That Can Accept 18650 BatteriesEveryday CarryGeneral Use
Everyday Carry (EDC)Versatile Battery CompatibilityUsers Wanting Fine Brightness Control Through Ramping Ui
Common praise
Compact Form Factor With High OutputHomogeneous Cool White BeamMagnetic Tail Cap For Hands Free UseMultiple Brightness Modes Including Moonlight And StrobeLow Standby Current For Longer Battery Life
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
Battery And Charger Not IncludedDiscontinued Model, Availability Limited
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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