Comparison Console
ThruNite BSS V5 vs ThruNite Catapult V6 SST70
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 SST70 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Catapult V6 SST70 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 SST70 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 9% 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 SST70 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 SST70 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 99% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 SST70 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 6575% 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$69.95Cheapest
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
120000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
255 m (837 ft)Lowest
692 m (2270 ft)Highest
Max runtime
151 minShortest runtime
10080 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 Li-ion rechargeable
26650 Li-ion 5000 mAh
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C (2A included cable)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8 (2 meters submersible)
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aluminium Alloy
Aerospace grade aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
EDCTactical useWeapon mounting
Long-range illuminationHuntingRescue operationsSearchingEmergency response
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
Excellent long throw and balanced beamHigh output with versatile modesDurable and reliable build qualityConvenient USB-C chargingComes with holster and lanyard for carry
Common complaints
Slightly green/yellow tint on low modesPocket clip allows only bezel-down tail carryCharging port can be slightly crooked
No pocket clip due to sizeSwitch can feel cheap or have some travel/rockingUSB-C charging requires A to C cable; USB-C to C or PD unsupported
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