Comparison Console
ThruNite BSS V5 vs ThruNite TC20 Pro
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 39% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC20 Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. ThruNite TC20 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TC20 Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC20 Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC20 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC20 Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 152% 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$75.95Cheapest
Weight
147 g (5.19 oz)Lightest
242.5 g (8.55 oz)Heaviest
Length
143 mm (5.63 in)Longest
118.1 mm (4.65 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2676 lmLowest output
3294 lmHighest output
Max candela
16200 cdLowest candela
30400 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
255 m (837 ft)Lowest
348 m (1142 ft)Highest
Max runtime
151 minLongest runtime
60 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 Li-ion rechargeable
1x 26650
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C on-board charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8 (2 meters submersible)
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aluminium Alloy
Aluminum with Type III Hard-Anodized black finish
Use case profile
Best for
EDCTactical useWeapon mounting
EDC useHikingCampingHuntingGeneral household and outdoor activities
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 output of over 3,200 lumensSustains over 1,400 lumens for 1 hour 40 minutesGood build quality with premium anodized aluminum bodyUSB-C on-board charging with included cableNeutral tint with minimal color shiftSimple and easy to use interfaceFlat tailcap allows stable tailstandingComes with useful accessories such as holster, lanyard, spare o-rings and port covers
Common complaints
Slightly green/yellow tint on low modesPocket clip allows only bezel-down tail carryCharging port can be slightly crooked
Slightly chunky size due to 26650 batteryNo pocket clip includedLanyard attachment point has a slightly sharp edgeStepdown occurs a few minutes after turbo activationLimited UI modes and no ramping interface
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