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ThruNite Catapult V6 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 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Catapult V6 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 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 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 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 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$75Cheapest
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
Built-in 1500mAh LiPo
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX7
Impact resistance
Unknown
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aluminum
HAIII black anodized 6061 aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range illuminationHigh outputThrower usePortable handheld use
EDC utility tasksInspection workMechanicsElectriciansHVAC professionals
Common praise
High lumen output (~2800 lumens)Exceptional throw (~745 meters)Onboard USB-C chargingGood build quality and finishIncludes quality 26650 battery and accessories
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
Relatively large and heavy for pocket carrySwitch has some travel and feels less refinedOnly available in cool white LEDBody milling less aggressive on grip
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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