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Olight SR95S UT vs ThruNite TN42
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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ThruNite TN42 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TN42 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TN42 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 259% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TN42 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight SR95S UT stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN42 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight SR95S UT stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight SR95S UT stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN42 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 259% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN42 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight SR95S UT stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 811% 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$417Most expensive
US$275Cheapest
Weight
1230.5 g (43.40 oz)Heaviest
648 g (22.86 oz)Lightest
Length
325 mm (12.80 in)Longest
190.5 mm (7.50 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1350 lmLowest output
4848 lmHighest output
Max candela
129600 cdLowest candela
864000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
820 m (2690 ft)Lowest
1860 m (6102 ft)Highest
Max runtime
2880 minLongest runtime
316 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
7800mAh 7.4V rechargeable lithium battery
4x 21700 rechargeable lithium-ion batteries (parallel configuration)
Charging type
Built-in charging port with power indicator
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX6
IPX8 (2 meters)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aircraft-grade aluminum with type III hard anodizing
Aluminum, hard anodized
Use case profile
Best for
Search And RescueExplorationLong Range Illumination
Search And RescueLong Distance ThrowOutdoor Activities Requiring High Output And Long Range
Common praise
Exceptional Beam Throw Distance (up To 820 Meters)High Maximum Output Brightness (1350 Lumens)Durable Aircraft Grade Aluminum BodyRechargeable With Built In Charging Port And Power IndicatorAdvanced Thermal Management To Prevent OverheatingMultiple Brightness Levels And Strobe Mode With Easy Side Switch Operation
Very High Max Output Of 4848 Lumens With Excellent Long Throw Capability (1860 Meters).Good Build Quality With Hard Anodized Aluminum And Tight Threading.Simple And Intuitive E Switch User Interface With Mode Memory.Included Accessories Like Shoulder Strap And USB C Charger.No Visible Or Audible Pwm.Battery Runtime Up To Approximately 5 Hours And 16 Minutes At Firefly Mode For 180 Days.Good Thermal Performance With Predictable Step Down After 2 Minutes On Turbo.
Common complaints
Relatively Heavy Weight (over 1.2 Kg) For Some UsersNo Waterproof Rating Beyond Ipx6 (not For Submersion)Relatively Large Size Compared To Smaller EDC FlashlightsLimited Information On Availability And Retail Pricing
No Thermal Regulation, Causing Step Down Due To Heat After Turbo Mode.Threads Are Somewhat Difficult To Start Or Unscrew.Heats Up Significantly On Turbo/high Modes Making Prolonged Handheld Use Uncomfortable.Limited Retention Options, Some Users Find Shoulder Strap Front Mount Flimsy.Low Voltage Protection Is Not Fully Clear; Caution Advised With Unprotected Cells.Large Size And Weight (over 600 Grams Without Batteries) Makes Compact Carry Difficult.
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