Comparison Console
ThruNite BSS V4 vs ThruNite Catapult Mini Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Catapult Mini Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Catapult Mini Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Catapult Mini Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Catapult Mini Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult Mini Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult Mini Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult Mini Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 214% 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$59.95Most expensive
US$49.95Cheapest
Weight
98 g (3.46 oz)Heaviest
90 g (3.17 oz)Lightest
Length
146.5 mm (5.77 in)Longest
89.5 mm (3.52 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2523 lmLowest output
2588 lmHighest output
Max candela
16887 cdLowest candela
80200 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
260 m (853 ft)Highest
179 m (587 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
8850 minLongest runtime
2820 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650
1x 18350 lithium-ion (1100mAh)
Charging type
Micro-USB
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
Unknown
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useEDCWeapon mountingOutdoor activities
EDCThrower flashlight usePortable compact high output
Common praise
High maximum output with 2523 lumensCompact size and lightweight for easy carryIncludes a comprehensive accessory kit with battery and mounting optionsIPX8 waterproof ratingSmooth reflector and versatile strike bezelGood thermal management and runtime
Very bright output for sizeImpressive throw with clean hotspotOnboard USB-C charging includedGood build quality
Common complaints
Uses micro-USB charging rather than the more modern USB-CTailcap design can make battery swaps somewhat inconvenientFriction-fit pocket clip only allows tail-end carryNo mounting option for the remote switch included
Turbo mode limited to 20 seconds before step downNo pocket clip includedLow mode may be too bright for some users
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