Comparison Console
SureFire Maximus vs ThruNite TH30 V2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite TH30 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TH30 V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TH30 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 232% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TH30 V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 487% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH30 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 59% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH30 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 232% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH30 V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 7233% 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$469Most expensive
US$79.95Cheapest
Weight
195 g (6.88 oz)Heaviest
123 g (4.34 oz)Lightest
Length
108.6 mm (4.28 in)Longest
107.5 mm (4.23 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
3320 lmHighest output
Max candela
4100 cdLowest candela
7290 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
128 m (420 ft)Lowest
170 m (558 ft)Highest
Max runtime
90 minShortest runtime
6600 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Integrated lithium-ion rechargeable
1x18650 IMR 3100mAh rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
Wall AC and car DC chargers included
USB-C onboard charging 1.5A
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX4
IPX8 (2 meters)
Impact resistance
Unknown
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Magnesium body
6061-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum alloy with premium type III hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Hands Free Outdoor IlluminationCaving And Mountain AdventuresAdjustable Lighting Needs
CampingHikingCyclingIndoor And Outdoor ActivitiesTactical UseHeadlamp And EDC Combination Use
Common praise
Adjustable Output Dial Easy To Use With GlovesComfortable No Chafe Headband And Moisture Wicking Forehead PadRobust Magnesium Construction And Reliable Battery Life
High Maximum Brightness OutputUSB C Onboard Charging ConvenienceSolid Build Quality With Durable MaterialsVersatile Modes Including Firefly And SOSDual Use As Headlamp And Right Angle EDC LightGood Battery Capacity And Runtime
Common complaints
Relatively Heavy For A Headlamp At 195 GramsCharging Port Protective Cap May Be FlimsyBattery Pack Design Protrudes And Can Hit Objects
Turbo Mode Thermal Step Down Limiting Extended Maximum OutputSome Users Observed Actual Lumen Output Slightly Below RatedHeadband Stretches Over TimeNo Anti Slip Pattern On Head Strap
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