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SureFire X400V vs ThruNite TN11S
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
SureFire X400V stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TN11S stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 87% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TN11S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 137% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TN11S stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 87% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400V stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 657% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400V stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN11S stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400V stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN11S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 137% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400V stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN11S stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 5100% 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$749Most expensive
US$99Cheapest
Weight
162 g (5.71 oz)Lightest
169.2 g (5.97 oz)Heaviest
Length
101 mm (3.98 in)Shortest
157.5 mm (6.20 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
350 lmLowest output
830 lmHighest output
Max candela
11500 cdLowest candela
28900 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
225 m (738 ft)Lowest
355 m (1165 ft)Highest
Max runtime
150 minShortest runtime
7800 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Two 123A lithium
1 or 2 x 18650 or 3/4 x CR123A
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
No
Unknown
IP rating
IPX4
IPX8
Impact resistance
Unknown
1.2 m (4 ft)
Material
Aluminum with Mil-Spec hard anodizing
Aircraft grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical OperationsUse With Night Vision DevicesForce On Force TrainingWeapon Mounting On Handguns And Long Guns
EDC UseThrowing BeamMilitary And Tactical Application
Common praise
Versatile Dual Spectrum Illumination ModesHigh Quality Recoil Proof Leds With Stable OutputMultiple Activation Switch Options With Ambidextrous ControlsDurable Aerospace Aluminum Body With Hard Anodized FinishEffective Infrared Laser For Stealth And Training
Solid Build QualityNicely Spaced ModesGood Beam Throw For An Xm L LightIncludes A Sturdy Clip And HolsterHighly Focused Even BeamProgrammable Memory Function
Common complaints
Relatively Short Runtime On High Output White LightNo Rechargeable Battery Or Charging Options IncludedIpx4 Water Resistance May Not Suit Extreme Wet EnvironmentsRelatively High Retail Price Compared To Casual Flashlights
Actual Output Lower Than Advertised On Single 18650Side Switch Can Be Hard To ActivateDoes Not Tailstand Without ModificationPwm Is Noticeable On Some ModesClip Can Be Difficult To InstallSome Users Find The Dual Switch Inconvenient
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