Comparison Console
Olight X7 Marauder vs ThruNite TN31
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Olight X7 Marauder stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TN31 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. Olight X7 Marauder stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 685% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TN31 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight X7 Marauder stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight X7 Marauder stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN31 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN31 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 87% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight X7 Marauder stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 685% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight X7 Marauder stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN31 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 178% 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$249.99Most expensive
US$220Cheapest
Weight
472 g (16.65 oz)Lightest
572.1 g (20.18 oz)Heaviest
Length
127 mm (5.00 in)Shortest
203 mm (7.99 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
9000 lmHighest output
1147 lmLowest output
Max candela
24500 cdLowest candela
75000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
313 m (1027 ft)Lowest
700 m (2297 ft)Highest
Max runtime
43200 minShortest runtime
120000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4 x 18650 rechargeable lithium-ion
3x18650
Charging type
Optional smart charger included in kit or standard 4-bay charger
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Unknown
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8
Impact resistance
Unknown
1.2 m (4 ft)
Material
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy with MilSpec Type-II hard anodizing
Aircraft grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
High Output IlluminationOutdoor UseSearch And RescueLong Range Lighting
Long Distance ThrowTactical UseSearch And RescueOutdoor ActivitiesEmergency UseSelf Defense
Common praise
Very High Maximum BrightnessLong Runtime Especially At Lower ModesRobust Build Quality With Premium MaterialsThermal Management To Prevent OverheatingGood Mode Memory And Versatile User Interface
Very Bright With Good ThrowSolid Build QualityTactical Usability With Momentary Switch And Rotary Mode SelectorQuiet Smooth Control Ring With Firm DetentsGood Grip Due To Aggressive KnurlingIpx8 Waterproof Rating And Impact ResistanceStable Tailstand Capability
Common complaints
Large And Heavy Compared To Typical EDC FlashlightsNot Suitable For Compact Pocket CarryTurbo S Mode Cannot Be Used Continuously In High Ambient TemperaturesRequires High Drain 18650 Batteries For Best Performance
Heavy And Bulky Compared To Smaller EDC LightsBattery Carrier Fits Very Wide Batteries TightlyInitial Sealed Case Foam Had Acrid Smell
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