Comparison Console
Streamlight ClipMate USB vs ThruNite T1
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight ClipMate USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight ClipMate USB stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite T1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 2043% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight ClipMate USB stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ClipMate USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ClipMate USB stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 2043% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ClipMate USB stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 300% 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$45Cheapest
US$45.95Most expensive
Weight
53.9 g (1.90 oz)Lightest
71.5 g (2.52 oz)Heaviest
Length
81.3 mm (3.20 in)Longest
69.5 mm (2.74 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
70 lmLowest output
1500 lmHighest output
Max candela
500 cdLowest candela
2600 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
44 m (144 ft)Lowest
102 m (335 ft)Highest
Max runtime
210 minShortest runtime
840 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Lithium polymer cell
1x 18350 rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Charging type
USB built-in charge tab
USB Micro-USB port (charging cable included)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX4
IPX8 (2 meters)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Polymer housing, abrasion-resistant
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Hands-free lightingEDC useIndustrial and DIY useNight vision preservation with red LED modes
Everyday carry (EDC)Compact portable illuminationHands-free use via magnetic tailcap or clip
Common praise
Lightweight and compact designUSB built-in charging convenienceMultiple lighting modes including red LED for night visionDurable and abrasion-resistant polymer housingGood runtime on various modes
Compact and lightweight designPowerful 1500 lumen output with balanced beamUSB rechargeable with included 1100mAh batteryMagnetic tailcap for hands-free useMultiple modes including stepless dimming and strobeGood build quality with anodized aluminum bodyIPX8 water resistance
Common complaints
Limited beam distance compared to larger flashlightsNot fully waterproof, only IPX4 water resistantSwitch interface may take getting used to
Turbo mode sustains max output only about 3 minutes before stepping downClip design requires two-handed operation to attachLower modes exhibit some green tint shift (older CW variants)Charging current conservative (around 0.5A)TIR optic with plastic lens may scratch over time
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