Comparison Console
ThruNite BSS V5 vs ThruNite TN12 V6
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 37% 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 5% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 38801% 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$80Most expensive
Weight
147 g (5.19 oz)Heaviest
87.5 g (3.09 oz)Lightest
Length
143 mm (5.63 in)Longest
133.5 mm (5.26 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2676 lmHighest output
1950 lmLowest output
Max candela
16200 cdLowest candela
16800 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
255 m (837 ft)Lowest
259 m (850 ft)Highest
Max runtime
151 minShortest runtime
58740 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 Li-ion rechargeable
1x 3400mAh 18650 rechargeable battery
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
Aircraft-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum, Type III anodized
Use case profile
Best for
EDCTactical useWeapon mounting
EDCDutyCampingEmergenciesLaw enforcementSearch and rescue
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 of 1950 lumensNo accidental pocket activation due to tail switch on/offGood runtime with multiple brightness modesUSB-C rechargeable with battery includedCompact and durable aircraft-grade aluminum buildWaterproof to IPX8 and impact resistant to 1.5 meters
Common complaints
Slightly green/yellow tint on low modesPocket clip allows only bezel-down tail carryCharging port can be slightly crooked
Tint shift issues on beam color, especially in lower modesThe side switch cover may get loose if caught in pocketEmitter (SST-70) not ideal for maximum tint or throw extremes
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