Comparison Console
Streamlight TLR-7 X vs ThruNite TC15 V3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight TLR-7 X stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 381% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight TLR-7 X stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 261% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight TLR-7 X stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight TLR-7 X stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 381% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight TLR-7 X stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3233% 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$180.5Most expensive
US$49.95Cheapest
Weight
68 g (2.40 oz)Lightest
74 g (2.61 oz)Heaviest
Length
65.5 mm (2.58 in)Shortest
122.5 mm (4.82 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmLowest output
2403 lmHighest output
Max candela
5000 cdLowest candela
12450 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
140 m (459 ft)Lowest
223 m (732 ft)Highest
Max runtime
90 minShortest runtime
3000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
CR123A Lithium battery / SL-B9 rechargeable Li-ion battery
18650
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IPX8
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
6000 Series aircraft aluminum with black anodized finish, Borofloat glass lens, impact- and chemical-resistant polymer switch housing
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Subcompact handgun rail mountingPersonal defenseLow-light visibilityTactical applications
Everyday carryGeneral useTactical applications
Common praise
Compact and lightweight designEasy ambidextrous operation with paddle switchesReliable 500 lumens output with balanced beamUSB-C rechargeable battery includedSecure mounting with integrated rail clampEffective strobe mode
High maximum brightness outputCompact and lightweight designBuilt-in USB-C chargingGood runtime on multiple modesIncluded battery and accessoriesRugged anodized aluminum body
Common complaints
Limited beam distance for extended range useSafety mode may be unintentionally activatedBeam less effective for distant target identification
Cool white LED tint is high CCT and may appear too blue for some usersCannot cycle from moonlight directly to other modesSlight battery rattle with flat top 18650 batteriesBody tube reversible but light will not function in reversed orientation
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