Comparison Console
ThruNite Catapult V6 vs ThruNite TN42 V2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TN42 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 185% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN42 V2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 358% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN42 V2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 399% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN42 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 185% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN42 V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 76% 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$60Cheapest
US$275Most expensive
Weight
192 g (6.77 oz)Lightest
959 g (33.83 oz)Heaviest
Length
132 mm (5.20 in)Shortest
191 mm (7.52 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmLowest output
4848 lmHighest output
Max candela
140650 cdLowest candela
1620000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
750 m (2461 ft)Lowest
1800 m (5906 ft)Highest
Max runtime
180 minShortest runtime
316 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 26650 Li-ion
4x 21700 lithium-ion
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
Aluminum, hard anodized
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range EDCCampingSearch and rescueOutdoor tactical use
Long distance searchMega throwOutdoor search and rescue
Common praise
Excellent beam throw and intensityGood build quality and solid machiningSimple and functional UIIncludes belt holster and lanyard
High maximum output around 4848 lumensExceptional beam throw (~1800m)Good battery life with 4x21700 batteries in parallelSimple and intuitive user interface with 5 main modes plus turbo and strobeGood build quality with solid machining and anodizingIncludes shoulder strap and spare parts
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
Relatively heavy and large size (959g, 191mm length)Threads can be difficult to startThermal regulation absent, causing step down after ~2 minutesSomewhat flimsy front attachment point for shoulder strapDriver regulation is average with Turbo affected by battery voltageNo electronic lockout, only mechanical
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