Comparison Console
ThruNite BSS V5 vs ThruNite Catapult V6
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3436% 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$75.99Most expensive
US$75Cheapest
Weight
147 g (5.19 oz)Lightest
203 g (7.16 oz)Heaviest
Length
143 mm (5.63 in)Longest
138 mm (5.43 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2676 lmLowest output
2836 lmHighest output
Max candela
16200 cdLowest candela
138586 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
255 m (837 ft)Lowest
745 m (2444 ft)Highest
Max runtime
151 minShortest runtime
5340 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 Li-ion rechargeable
1x 26650
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8 (2 meters submersible)
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aluminium Alloy
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
EDCTactical UseWeapon Mounting
Long Range IlluminationHigh OutputThrower UsePortable Handheld Use
Common praise
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
High Lumen Output (~2800 Lumens)Exceptional Throw (~745 Meters)Onboard USB C ChargingGood Build Quality And FinishIncludes Quality 26650 Battery And Accessories
Common complaints
Slightly Green/yellow Tint On Low ModesPocket Clip Allows Only Bezel Down Tail CarryCharging Port Can Be Slightly Crooked
Relatively Large And Heavy For Pocket CarrySwitch Has Some Travel And Feels Less RefinedOnly Available In Cool White LEDBody Milling Less Aggressive On Grip
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