Comparison Console
ThruNite Defender vs ThruNite Lynx
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Defender stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Lynx stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Lynx stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 306% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Defender stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Lynx stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Lynx stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Lynx stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 306% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Lynx stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 22% 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$76Cheapest
US$99.95Most expensive
Weight
108 g (3.81 oz)
108 g (3.81 oz)
Length
118 mm (4.65 in)Shortest
144.5 mm (5.69 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1619 lmLowest output
3100 lmHighest output
Max candela
4880 cdLowest candela
43489 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
139 m (456 ft)Lowest
417 m (1368 ft)Highest
Max runtime
1020 minShortest runtime
4140 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 1500mAh LiPo
21700 lithium-ion rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
HAIII black anodized 6061 aluminum
Aerospace-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum with Type III hard anodizing
Use case profile
Best for
EDC utility tasksInspection workMechanicsElectriciansHVAC professionals
Tactical useOutdoor activitiesEDCLaw enforcementCampingDog walkingInspectionHunting
Common praise
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
High output up to 3100 lumens with long 417 meter beam throwBuilt-in USB-C charging with convenient metal twist portPowerbank function for charging other devicesDurable aerospace-grade aluminum constructionReliable dual tail switch interfaceIPX8 waterproof and 1.5 meter impact resistanceMultiple modes including Firefly moonlight and instant strobeBattery included with proprietary 5000mAh 21700 cell
Common complaints
Moonlight mode activation is somewhat slowBattery is built-in and not user replaceableLight heats up under extended Turbo useLow CRI cool white tint
Tailcap USB-C cover collar can be somewhat difficult to open especially with pocket clip installedInitial turbo mode steps down quickly due to thermal regulationA bit expensive at MSRP, though Amazon price is betterIndicator light functions not fully documented in manual
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