ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Lightest
ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 136% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 16% 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.
✓High output thrower with good beam distance✓Solid build quality with excellent machining and anodizing✓USB-C onboard charging included✓Comes with a comprehensive accessory kit including battery and holster
✓Exceptional brightness for the price✓Solid build quality with aluminum body✓IPX8 waterproof rating suitable for submersion✓Lightweight and compact for a 21700-based flashlight✓Includes battery and comprehensive accessory kit✓USB-C onboard charging✓Good value with high lumens-to-dollar ratio
Common complaints
⚠Heavier and larger than previous Catapult V6 model⚠Requires USB-A to USB-C cable for charging (USB-C to USB-C unsupported)⚠Electronic lockout interface somewhat complex⚠Thermal regulation uses timed step-down rather than continuous active cooling
⚠Lacks electronic lockout requiring physical tail cap lockout⚠No included pocket clip, users need holster or aftermarket clip⚠Mode resets to default on power cycle; no mode memory⚠Some users may find absence of built-in charger inconvenient