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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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