ThruNite TN42 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TN42 V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TN42 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 259% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
ThruNite TN42 V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Olight SR95S UT stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
ThruNite TN42 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Olight SR95S UT stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Olight SR95S UT stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
ThruNite TN42 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 259% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
ThruNite TN42 V2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
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.
Aircraft-grade aluminum with type III hard anodizing
Aluminum, hard anodized
Use case profile
Best for
▣Search And Rescue▣Exploration▣Long Range Illumination
▣Long Distance Search▣Mega Throw▣Outdoor Search And Rescue
Common praise
✓Exceptional Beam Throw Distance (up To 820 Meters)✓High Maximum Output Brightness (1350 Lumens)✓Durable Aircraft Grade Aluminum Body✓Rechargeable With Built In Charging Port And Power Indicator✓Advanced Thermal Management To Prevent Overheating✓Multiple Brightness Levels And Strobe Mode With Easy Side Switch Operation
✓High Maximum Output Around 4848 Lumens✓Exceptional Beam Throw (~1800m)✓Good Battery Life With 4x21700 Batteries In Parallel✓Simple And Intuitive User Interface With 5 Main Modes Plus Turbo And Strobe✓Good Build Quality With Solid Machining And Anodizing✓Includes Shoulder Strap And Spare Parts
Common complaints
⚠Relatively Heavy Weight (over 1.2 Kg) For Some Users⚠No Waterproof Rating Beyond Ipx6 (not For Submersion)⚠Relatively Large Size Compared To Smaller EDC Flashlights⚠Limited Information On Availability And Retail Pricing
⚠Relatively Heavy And Large Size (959g, 191mm Length)⚠Threads Can Be Difficult To Start⚠Thermal Regulation Absent, Causing Step Down After ~2 Minutes⚠Somewhat Flimsy Front Attachment Point For Shoulder Strap⚠Driver Regulation Is Average With Turbo Affected By Battery Voltage⚠No Electronic Lockout, Only Mechanical