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ThruNite BSS V4 vs Wuben E8
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wuben E8 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E8 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E8 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.
Wuben E8 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E8 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 321% 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$59.95Cheapest
US$67Most expensive
Weight
98 g (3.46 oz)Heaviest
90 g (3.17 oz)Lightest
Length
146.5 mm (5.77 in)Longest
91 mm (3.58 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2523 lmHighest output
1300 lmLowest output
Max candela
16887 cdHighest candela
3000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
260 m (853 ft)Highest
110 m (361 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
8850 minLongest runtime
2100 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650
14500 rechargeable battery or standard AA battery
Charging type
Micro-USB
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aluminum
Aluminum alloy body with plastic scales
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical UseEDCWeapon MountingOutdoor Activities
EDC EnthusiastsCampingOutdoor UseDaily Carry
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
Compact And LightweightGood Brightness With Neutral White LedsCustomizable Appearance With Magnetic ScalesSupports Both Rechargeable 14500 And Standard Aa BatteriesIp68 Waterproof And Good Impact ResistanceMagnetic Tailcap And M4 Mounting For Hands Free Use
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
Uv Mode Included In Main Modes Can Complicate UiNo Shortcut To Skip ModesUv Beam Performance Unimpressive With Visible Light SpillButton Feels Cheap And Rattly
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