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Olight Warrior Mini 2 vs ThruNite Lynx

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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ThruNite Lynx stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Lynx stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Lynx stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

ThruNite Lynx stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Olight Warrior Mini 2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

ThruNite Lynx stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Olight Warrior Mini 2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Olight Warrior Mini 2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

ThruNite Lynx stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

ThruNite Lynx stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Olight Warrior Mini 2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1465% 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.

Olight Warrior Mini 2 — Beam distance: 220 m (722 ft)Olight Warrior Mini 2 — Max candela: 12300 cdOlight Warrior Mini 2 — Weight: 122 g (4.30 oz)Olight Warrior Mini 2 — Length: 118 mm (4.65 in)Olight Warrior Mini 2 — Retail price: US$108Olight Warrior Mini 2 — Max lumens: 1750 lmThruNite Lynx — Beam distance: 417 m (1368 ft)ThruNite Lynx — Max candela: 43489 cdThruNite Lynx — Weight: 108 g (3.81 oz)ThruNite Lynx — Length: 144.5 mm (5.69 in)ThruNite Lynx — Retail price: US$99.95ThruNite Lynx — Max lumens: 3100 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$108Most expensive
US$99.95Cheapest
Weight
122 g (4.30 oz)Heaviest
108 g (3.81 oz)Lightest
Length
118 mm (4.65 in)Shortest
144.5 mm (5.69 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1750 lmLowest output
3100 lmHighest output
Max candela
12300 cdLowest candela
43489 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
220 m (722 ft)Lowest
417 m (1368 ft)Highest
Max runtime
64800 minLongest runtime
4140 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Customized 3500mAh 3.6V 18650 Rechargeable Battery
21700 lithium-ion rechargeable battery
Charging type
Magnetic USB (MCC3) charging cable
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (underwater 1 meter)
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aluminum
Aerospace-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum with Type III hard anodizing
Use case profile
Best for
▣EDC Carry▣Tactical Use▣Search And Rescue▣Underwater Use
▣Tactical Use▣Outdoor Activities▣EDC▣Law Enforcement▣Camping▣Dog Walking▣Inspection▣Hunting
Common praise
✓Very Bright Output With Balanced Beam✓Compact Size And Comfortable Grip✓Long Runtime Especially On Low Modes✓Smart Proximity Sensor To Prevent Overheating✓Magnetic Charging Cable Is Convenient✓Durable With Ipx8 Waterproof And 1.5m Impact Resistance
✓High Output Up To 3100 Lumens With Long 417 Meter Beam Throw✓Built In USB C Charging With Convenient Metal Twist Port✓Powerbank Function For Charging Other Devices✓Durable Aerospace Grade Aluminum Construction✓Reliable Dual Tail Switch Interface✓Ipx8 Waterproof And 1.5 Meter Impact Resistance✓Multiple Modes Including Firefly Moonlight And Instant Strobe✓Battery Included With Proprietary 5000mah 21700 Cell
Common complaints
⚠Magnet Does Not Hold Securely At 90 Degree Mounting Angle Causing Tipping⚠Lockout Mode Disables Tactical Tail Switch Which May Be Inconvenient
⚠Tailcap USB C Cover Collar Can Be Somewhat Difficult To Open Especially With Pocket Clip Installed⚠Initial Turbo Mode Steps Down Quickly Due To Thermal Regulation⚠A Bit Expensive At Msrp, Though Amazon Price Is Better⚠Indicator Light Functions Not Fully Documented In Manual

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