Comparison Console
ThruNite Catapult V6 SST70 vs ThruNite Defender
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Defender stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Catapult V6 SST70 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Catapult V6 SST70 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Catapult V6 SST70 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 SST70 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 SST70 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 SST70 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 424% 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$74.95Cheapest
US$76Most expensive
Weight
203 g (7.16 oz)Heaviest
108 g (3.81 oz)Lightest
Length
138 mm (5.43 in)Longest
118 mm (4.65 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2836 lmHighest output
1619 lmLowest output
Max candela
138586 cdHighest candela
4880 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
745 m (2444 ft)Highest
139 m (456 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
5340 minLongest runtime
1020 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 26650 lithium-ion rechargeable battery
Built-in 1500mAh LiPo
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX7
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
HAIII black anodized 6061 aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range throwerHigh-lumen outputReliable EDC with throw capability
EDC utility tasksInspection workMechanicsElectriciansHVAC professionals
Common praise
High maximum brightness of 2836 lumensExceptionally long beam throw (~745 meters)Onboard USB-C charging with battery includedRobust, quality aluminum construction with anodized finishGood runtime on various modes up to 70 days on lowest modeWell-implemented mode memory and user interfaceAccurate battery level indicator with color coded feedback
Versatile 3-in-1 lighting with white, UV, and laserFlat and pocketable designUSB-C charging with battery level indicatorsStrong magnetic base and two-way clipGood runtime and output for EDC
Common complaints
E-switch has a fair amount of travel and can rock side to sideSome users find the switch feel somewhat cheapBezel can be a little sharp but not in hand areaToo large for pants pocket carryColor temperature is cool white only, no neutral white option
Moonlight mode activation is somewhat slowBattery is built-in and not user replaceableLight heats up under extended Turbo useLow CRI cool white tint
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