ThruNite TN11S stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Catapult V6 SST70 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Catapult V6 SST70 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 242% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
ThruNite Catapult V6 SST70 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
ThruNite TN11S stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
ThruNite TN11S stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
ThruNite Catapult V6 SST70 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
ThruNite TN11S stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
ThruNite Catapult V6 SST70 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 242% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
ThruNite TN11S stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
ThruNite Catapult V6 SST70 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 29% 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.
▣EDC use▣Throwing beam▣Military and tactical application
Common praise
✓Excellent long throw and balanced beam✓High output with versatile modes✓Durable and reliable build quality✓Convenient USB-C charging✓Comes with holster and lanyard for carry
✓Solid build quality✓Nicely spaced modes✓Good beam throw for an XM-L light✓Includes a sturdy clip and holster✓Highly focused even beam✓Programmable memory function
Common complaints
⚠No pocket clip due to size⚠Switch can feel cheap or have some travel/rocking⚠USB-C charging requires A to C cable; USB-C to C or PD unsupported
⚠Actual output lower than advertised on single 18650⚠Side switch can be hard to activate⚠Does not tailstand without modification⚠PWM is noticeable on some modes⚠Clip can be difficult to install⚠Some users find the dual switch inconvenient