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ThruNite Catapult V6 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 61% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 159% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1567% 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$60Most expensive
US$49.95Cheapest
Weight
192 g (6.77 oz)Heaviest
74 g (2.61 oz)Lightest
Length
132 mm (5.20 in)Longest
122.5 mm (4.82 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmLowest output
2403 lmHighest output
Max candela
140650 cdHighest candela
12450 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
750 m (2461 ft)Highest
223 m (732 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
180 minShortest runtime
3000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 26650 Li-ion
18650
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters)
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Long Range EDCCampingSearch And RescueOutdoor Tactical Use
Everyday CarryGeneral UseTactical Applications
Common praise
Excellent Beam Throw And IntensityGood Build Quality And Solid MachiningSimple And Functional UiIncludes Belt Holster And Lanyard
High Maximum Brightness OutputCompact And Lightweight DesignBuilt In USB C ChargingGood Runtime On Multiple ModesIncluded Battery And AccessoriesRugged Anodized Aluminum Body
Common complaints
Too Large For Pocket CarrySide Switch Can Feel Cheap And Has Some Travel And RockThermal Regulation Only After Timed StepdownElectronic Lockout Considered Unnecessary By 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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