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ThruNite Catapult Mini Pro vs ThruNite TC15 V3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Catapult Mini Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult Mini Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult Mini Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult Mini Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult Mini Pro stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 37% 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$49.95
US$49.95
Weight
90 g (3.17 oz)Heaviest
74 g (2.61 oz)Lightest
Length
89.5 mm (3.52 in)Shortest
122.5 mm (4.82 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2588 lmHighest output
2403 lmLowest output
Max candela
80200 cdHighest candela
12450 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
179 m (587 ft)Lowest
223 m (732 ft)Highest
Max runtime
2820 minShortest runtime
3000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18350 lithium-ion (1100mAh)
18650
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
Unknown
IPX8
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Aluminum
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
EDCThrower flashlight usePortable compact high output
Everyday carryGeneral useTactical applications
Common praise
Very bright output for sizeImpressive throw with clean hotspotOnboard USB-C charging includedGood build quality
High maximum brightness outputCompact and lightweight designBuilt-in USB-C chargingGood runtime on multiple modesIncluded battery and accessoriesRugged anodized aluminum body
Common complaints
Turbo mode limited to 20 seconds before step downNo pocket clip includedLow mode may be too bright for some users
Cool white LED tint is high CCT and may appear too blue for some usersCannot cycle from moonlight directly to other modesSlight battery rattle with flat top 18650 batteriesBody tube reversible but light will not function in reversed orientation
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