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ThruNite BSS V4 vs Wuben L50
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben L50 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 110% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben L50 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben L50 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben L50 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 110% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben L50 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V4 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3% 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$33.99Cheapest
Weight
98 g (3.46 oz)Lightest
138 g (4.87 oz)Heaviest
Length
146.5 mm (5.77 in)Longest
139 mm (5.47 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2523 lmHighest output
1200 lmLowest output
Max candela
16887 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
260 m (853 ft)Highest
200 m (656 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
8850 minLongest runtime
8580 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650
18650 lithium-ion rechargeable
Charging type
Micro-USB
Micro USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Aluminum
Aircraft-grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useEDCWeapon mountingOutdoor activities
EDCCampingHikingOutdoorsGeneral useSurvival kits
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
High brightness outputVersatile modes including SOSDurable IP68 waterproof buildGood battery runtime on ECO modeConvenient USB chargingReliable tail switch interface
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
Uses micro USB charging instead of USB-CBattery indicator and low power warning may vary
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