Comparison Console
Streamlight Vulcan 180 vs ThruNite TN42
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite TN42 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Vulcan 180 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TN42 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 304% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight Vulcan 180 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN42 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN42 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Vulcan 180 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Vulcan 180 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN42 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 304% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN42 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Vulcan 180 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 38% 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$210Cheapest
US$275Most expensive
Weight
1120 g (39.51 oz)Heaviest
648 g (22.86 oz)Lightest
Length
188.7 mm (7.43 in)Shortest
190.5 mm (7.50 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1200 lmLowest output
4848 lmHighest output
Max candela
75000 cdLowest candela
864000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
548 m (1798 ft)Lowest
1860 m (6102 ft)Highest
Max runtime
435 minLongest runtime
316 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Lithium Ion rechargeable
4x 21700 rechargeable lithium-ion batteries (parallel configuration)
Charging type
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery, fully recharges in ~9-11 hours with battery status indicator
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7 (waterproof to 1m submersion) / IP64
IPX8 (2 meters)
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
Material
High impact, super-tough nylon construction; rotating head of high-grade aluminum encased in super-tough nylon; reinforced D-Rings; rubberized cushioned-grip handle
Aluminum, hard anodized
Use case profile
Best for
Firefighting and emergency scene lightingUtility and industrial useSituations needing high visibility in thick smoke or low visibility conditions
Search and rescueLong distance throwOutdoor activities requiring high output and long range
Common praise
High brightness output with 1200 lumens and long beam distance of 548 metersDurable construction with IPX7 waterproof rating and impact resistanceUseful 180° tilting head to aim light where neededIntegrated blue taillight LEDs enhance visibility in thick smokeRechargeable lithium-ion battery with convenient charging optionsFlat base for stable hands-free use
Very high max output of 4848 lumens with excellent long throw capability (1860 meters).Good build quality with hard anodized aluminum and tight threading.Simple and intuitive e-switch user interface with mode memory.Included accessories like shoulder strap and USB-C charger.No visible or audible PWM.Battery runtime up to approximately 5 hours and 16 minutes at firefly mode for 180 days.Good thermal performance with predictable step-down after 2 minutes on turbo.
Common complaints
Relatively heavy and bulky compared to typical EDC flashlightsModerate runtime on high setting (around 4.75 to 7.25 hours)Long recharge time (9 to 11 hours)
No thermal regulation, causing step down due to heat after turbo mode.Threads are somewhat difficult to start or unscrew.Heats up significantly on turbo/high modes making prolonged handheld use uncomfortable.Limited retention options, some users find shoulder strap front mount flimsy.Low voltage protection is not fully clear; caution advised with unprotected cells.Large size and weight (over 600 grams without batteries) makes compact carry difficult.
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