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ThruNite BSS V5 vs ThruNite TN11S
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 222% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN11S stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN11S stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN11S stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 222% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN11S stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 5066% 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$75.99Cheapest
US$99Most expensive
Weight
147 g (5.19 oz)Lightest
169.2 g (5.97 oz)Heaviest
Length
143 mm (5.63 in)Shortest
157.5 mm (6.20 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2676 lmHighest output
830 lmLowest output
Max candela
16200 cdLowest candela
28900 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
255 m (837 ft)Lowest
355 m (1165 ft)Highest
Max runtime
151 minShortest runtime
7800 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 Li-ion rechargeable
1 or 2 x 18650 or 3/4 x CR123A
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Unknown
IP rating
IPX-8 (2 meters submersible)
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1.2 m (4 ft)Lowest
Material
Aluminium Alloy
Aircraft grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
EDCTactical UseWeapon Mounting
EDC UseThrowing BeamMilitary And Tactical Application
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
Solid Build QualityNicely Spaced ModesGood Beam Throw For An Xm L LightIncludes A Sturdy Clip And HolsterHighly Focused Even BeamProgrammable Memory Function
Common complaints
Slightly Green/yellow Tint On Low ModesPocket Clip Allows Only Bezel Down Tail CarryCharging Port Can Be Slightly Crooked
Actual Output Lower Than Advertised On Single 18650Side Switch Can Be Hard To ActivateDoes Not Tailstand Without ModificationPwm Is Noticeable On Some ModesClip Can Be Difficult To InstallSome Users Find The Dual Switch Inconvenient
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