Comparison Console
ThruNite BSS V5 vs Wuben P26
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wuben P26 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 435% 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 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben P26 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben P26 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben P26 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 435% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben P26 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 10% 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$95Most expensive
Weight
147 g (5.19 oz)Heaviest
145 g (5.11 oz)Lightest
Length
143 mm (5.63 in)Longest
130 mm (5.12 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2676 lmHighest output
500 lmLowest output
Max candela
16200 cdHighest candela
4200 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
255 m (837 ft)Highest
130 m (427 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
151 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 Li-ion rechargeable
3x AAA or 1x 18650 Li-ion battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8 (2 meters submersible)
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aluminium Alloy
Hard anodising aircraft grade aluminium alloy
Use case profile
Best for
EDCTactical useWeapon mounting
Uv inspection and forensic detectionLaw enforcementDetecting biological liquids such as bloodIdentifying jewels and precious stonesDetecting leaks of gas, oil, and flammable liquids
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
Excellent UV and white light dual functionSolid build with aircraft grade aluminum alloyIP68 waterproof ratingUseful for forensics and gem identificationBattery status indicationVariable power source compatibility
Common complaints
Slightly green/yellow tint on low modesPocket clip allows only bezel-down tail carryCharging port can be slightly crooked
No specified runtime informationCharging type not specified
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