Comparison Console
ThruNite BSS V5 vs ThruNite Guiding Light
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 68% 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$49.95Cheapest
Weight
147 g (5.19 oz)Heaviest
130 g (4.59 oz)Lightest
Length
143 mm (5.63 in)Longest
130 mm (5.12 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2676 lmLowest output
3757 lmHighest output
Max candela
16200 cdLowest candela
18000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
255 m (837 ft)Lowest
270 m (886 ft)Highest
Max runtime
151 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 Li-ion rechargeable
1x 21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
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)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aluminium Alloy
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
EDCTactical useWeapon mounting
Flood useEveryday carryTactical useOutdoor exploration
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
Exceptional brightness for the priceSolid build quality with aluminum bodyIPX8 waterproof rating suitable for submersionLightweight and compact for a 21700-based flashlightIncludes battery and comprehensive accessory kitUSB-C onboard chargingGood value with high lumens-to-dollar ratio
Common complaints
Slightly green/yellow tint on low modesPocket clip allows only bezel-down tail carryCharging port can be slightly crooked
Lacks electronic lockout requiring physical tail cap lockoutNo included pocket clip, users need holster or aftermarket clipMode resets to default on power cycle; no mode memorySome users may find absence of built-in charger inconvenient
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