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ThruNite Defender vs ThruNite TN12 V6
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Defender stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Defender stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 5659% 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$80Most expensive
Weight
108 g (3.81 oz)Heaviest
87.5 g (3.09 oz)Lightest
Length
118 mm (4.65 in)Shortest
133.5 mm (5.26 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1619 lmLowest output
1950 lmHighest output
Max candela
4880 cdLowest candela
16800 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
139 m (456 ft)Lowest
259 m (850 ft)Highest
Max runtime
1020 minShortest runtime
58740 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 1500mAh LiPo
1x 3400mAh 18650 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
Aircraft-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum, Type III anodized
Use case profile
Best for
EDC utility tasksInspection workMechanicsElectriciansHVAC professionals
EDCDutyCampingEmergenciesLaw enforcementSearch and rescue
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 maximum brightness of 1950 lumensNo accidental pocket activation due to tail switch on/offGood runtime with multiple brightness modesUSB-C rechargeable with battery includedCompact and durable aircraft-grade aluminum buildWaterproof to IPX8 and impact resistant to 1.5 meters
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
Tint shift issues on beam color, especially in lower modesThe side switch cover may get loose if caught in pocketEmitter (SST-70) not ideal for maximum tint or throw extremes
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