Comparison Console
Streamlight Jr. F-Stop vs ThruNite Guiding Light
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight Jr. F-Stop stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1403% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Jr. F-Stop stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Jr. F-Stop stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Jr. F-Stop stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1403% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Jr. F-Stop stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 567% 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$55.08Most expensive
US$49.95Cheapest
Weight
125 g (4.41 oz)Lightest
130 g (4.59 oz)Heaviest
Length
165.1 mm (6.50 in)Longest
130 mm (5.12 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
250 lmLowest output
3757 lmHighest output
Max candela
5600 cdLowest candela
18000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
150 m (492 ft)Lowest
270 m (886 ft)Highest
Max runtime
600 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
AA alkaline or AA lithium (L91)
1x 21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX4
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Anodized aluminum with polycarbonate lens
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryWorklightTask LightingAutomotive RepairsEquipment ChecksArea Workplace Lighting
Flood UseEveryday CarryTactical UseOutdoor Exploration
Common praise
Versatile Adjustable Spot To Flood BeamLightweight And Easy To CarryDurable Anodized Aluminum ConstructionNon Slip Knurled GripWater And Impact ResistantIncluded Battery And Holster
Exceptional Brightness For The PriceSolid Build Quality With Aluminum BodyIpx8 Waterproof Rating Suitable For SubmersionLightweight And Compact For A 21700 Based FlashlightIncludes Battery And Comprehensive Accessory KitUSB C Onboard ChargingGood Value With High Lumens To Dollar Ratio
Common complaints
No Rechargeable OptionLimited Runtime Compared To Rechargeable Flashlights
Lacks Electronic Lockout Requiring Physical Tail Cap LockoutNo Included Pocket Clip, Users Need Holster Or Aftermarket ClipMode Resets To Default On Power Cycle; No Mode MemorySome Users May Find Absence Of Built In Charger Inconvenient
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