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Streamlight UltraStinger LED vs ThruNite TN31
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight UltraStinger LED stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight UltraStinger LED stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TN31 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight UltraStinger LED stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN31 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight UltraStinger LED stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN31 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight UltraStinger LED stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN31 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight UltraStinger LED stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN31 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 133233% 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$188.14Cheapest
US$220Most expensive
Weight
564 g (19.89 oz)Lightest
572.1 g (20.18 oz)Heaviest
Length
300 mm (11.81 in)Longest
203 mm (7.99 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1100 lmLowest output
1147 lmHighest output
Max candela
65000 cdLowest candela
75000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
510 m (1673 ft)Lowest
700 m (2297 ft)Highest
Max runtime
90 minShortest runtime
120000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Nickel-metal Hydride Ni-MH sub-C battery
3x18650
Charging type
120V AC / 12V DC smart charger, optional 2.5-hour fast charger available
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Unknown
IP rating
IPX4
IPX8
Impact resistance
3 m (10 ft)Highest
1.2 m (4 ft)Lowest
Material
Anodized aluminum body with non-slip rubberized comfort grip, unbreakable polycarbonate lens with scratch-resistant coating
Aircraft grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Professional useLaw enforcementSecurity personnelIndustrial crewsFirst responders
Long distance throwTactical useSearch and rescueOutdoor activitiesEmergency useSelf-defense
Common praise
Bright, powerful beam with long reachDurable and reliable build qualityMultiple user-selectable modes with programmable switchRechargeable battery with included smart charger
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
Heavier and larger than compact EDC lightsRelatively short runtime on highest output
Heavy and bulky compared to smaller EDC lightsBattery carrier fits very wide batteries tightlyInitial sealed case foam had acrid smell
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