Comparison Console
SureFire Stiletto Pro II vs ThruNite BSS V5
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
SureFire Stiletto Pro II stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Stiletto Pro II stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 425% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Stiletto Pro II stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Stiletto Pro II stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Stiletto Pro II stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 834% 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$399Most expensive
US$75.99Cheapest
Weight
140 g (4.94 oz)Lightest
147 g (5.19 oz)Heaviest
Length
124 mm (4.88 in)Shortest
143 mm (5.63 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1500 lmLowest output
2676 lmHighest output
Max candela
35000 cdHighest candela
16200 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
375 m (1230 ft)Highest
255 m (837 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1410 minLongest runtime
151 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Integrated lithium polymer rechargeable
18650 Li-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IPX-8 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
Unknown
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Mil-Spec hard anodized aluminum
Aluminium Alloy
Use case profile
Best for
EDC (Everyday Carry)Tactical useLong distance illuminationSituational awareness in low light
EDCTactical useWeapon mounting
Common praise
Powerful 1500 lumen output with impressive 35,000 candela throwCompact, slim design for easy pocket carryMultiple brightness modes with programmable sequenceDurable Mil-Spec hard anodized aluminum constructionWater resistant to IPX7 standardIntegrated rechargeable lithium polymer battery with USB-C charging and fuel gauge
High turbo output of 2676 lumensUSB-C onboard chargingSolid build with aluminium alloy bodyDual switch interface with tactical tail switch and electronic side switchIncludes accessories like battery, pocket clip, nylon pouch, charging cable, red filter, spare O-rings and manual
Common complaints
Relatively high price point compared to some competitorsRuntime on highest setting limited to 1 hourNo explicit impact resistance rating available in sources
Slightly green/yellow tint on low modesPocket clip allows only bezel-down tail carryCharging port can be slightly crooked
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