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ThruNite BSS V5 vs ThruNite TC15 V3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC15 V3 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 highest output option for max lumens, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TC15 V3 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 TC15 V3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1887% 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
74 g (2.61 oz)Lightest
Length
143 mm (5.63 in)Longest
122.5 mm (4.82 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2676 lmHighest output
2403 lmLowest output
Max candela
16200 cdHighest candela
12450 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
255 m (837 ft)Highest
223 m (732 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
151 minShortest runtime
3000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 Li-ion rechargeable
18650
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
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
EDCTactical useWeapon mounting
Everyday carryGeneral useTactical applications
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 maximum brightness outputCompact and lightweight designBuilt-in USB-C chargingGood runtime on multiple modesIncluded battery and accessoriesRugged anodized aluminum body
Common complaints
Slightly green/yellow tint on low modesPocket clip allows only bezel-down tail carryCharging port can be slightly crooked
Cool white LED tint is high CCT and may appear too blue for some usersCannot cycle from moonlight directly to other modesSlight battery rattle with flat top 18650 batteriesBody tube reversible but light will not function in reversed orientation
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