Comparison Console
ThruNite BSS W1 vs ThruNite TH20
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH20 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH20 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH20 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH20 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 12832% 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$24Cheapest
US$29.99Most expensive
Weight
51.5 g (1.82 oz)Lightest
76 g (2.68 oz)Heaviest
Length
67 mm (2.64 in)Shortest
70 mm (2.76 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
693 lmHighest output
520 lmLowest output
Max candela
Unknown
1120 cd
Beam distance
Unknown
67 m (220 ft)
Max runtime
103 minShortest runtime
13320 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
16340 rechargeable Li-ion
1x AA or 1x 14500 lithium ion battery
Charging type
MicroUSB onboard charging
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX-8 (2 meters)
Impact resistance
Unknown
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aluminum
Aircraft-grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
EDC For New UsersCompact Small EDC UseDeep Pocket Carry
Hands Free Lighting TasksCampingReadingOutdoor Activities
Common praise
Compact And Lightweight DesignDeep Carry Pocket ClipAffordable Price PointStrong Magnetic TailcapSimple And Intuitive User Interface
Comfortable Headstrap And Lightweight DesignSmooth Ramping User Interface With Mode MemoryGood Output For Size And Battery TypeDurable Anodized Aluminum ConstructionWaterproof To IPX 8 Standard
Common complaints
Short Turbo Runtime (1 Minute Before Stepdown)Microusb Charging Instead Of USB CNo Lockout Mode Except Mechanical TwistGreen Tint On Lower ModesLED Centering Not Perfect
No On Board ChargingNo Low Voltage Protection For 14500 BatteryLimited Retention Options — Designed Primarily For Use With HeadstrapE Switch Located On End Can Be Slightly Awkward To Operate
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