Comparison Console
ThruNite BSS V5 vs ThruNite Thrower
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Thrower 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 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Thrower 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 Thrower stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, 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 52% 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 Thrower stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 9436% 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$50Cheapest
Weight
147 g (5.19 oz)Heaviest
109 g (3.84 oz)Lightest
Length
143 mm (5.63 in)Longest
109 mm (4.29 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2676 lmHighest output
1755 lmLowest output
Max candela
16200 cdLowest candela
26100 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
255 m (837 ft)Lowest
323 m (1060 ft)Highest
Max runtime
151 minShortest runtime
14400 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
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
EDCTactical useWeapon mounting
BikingSkateboardingTrail runningLong distance beam requirements
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
Very good throw performance with 26,100 cd intensityIncluded 3400mAh 18650 batteryGreat runtime on low and medium modesComfortable and adjustable headbandSimple and straightforward UI with direct access to firefly and turbo modes
Common complaints
Slightly green/yellow tint on low modesPocket clip allows only bezel-down tail carryCharging port can be slightly crooked
Warm on turbo output causing some heat and neck fatigue when worn on headSlight rattling or wiggle of the battery inside the tubeThin rubber flap sealing USB-C portNo magnetic tailcapTailcap threads can be a bit gritty
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