Comparison Console
ThruNite Guiding Light vs ThruNite TC10 V3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 258% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC10 V3 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC10 V3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC10 V3 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 258% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Guiding Light stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC10 V3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 78300% 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$49.95Cheapest
US$66Most expensive
Weight
130 g (4.59 oz)Lightest
168 g (5.93 oz)Heaviest
Length
130 mm (5.12 in)Shortest
159 mm (6.26 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3757 lmHighest output
1050 lmLowest output
Max candela
18000 cdLowest candela
27232 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
270 m (886 ft)Lowest
330 m (1083 ft)Highest
Max runtime
90 minShortest runtime
70560 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
1 x 18650 rechargeable lithium ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
Micro USB charging port, 5V 1A
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX-8 (2 meters)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aluminum
Aircraft grade aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Flood useEveryday carryTactical useOutdoor exploration
Tactical useEveryday carryOutdoor activitiesBushcraftWeaponlight
Common praise
Exceptional brightness for the priceSolid build quality with aluminum bodyIPX8 waterproof rating suitable for submersionLightweight and compact for a 21700-based flashlightIncludes battery and comprehensive accessory kitUSB-C onboard chargingGood value with high lumens-to-dollar ratio
Robust, heavy-duty aircraft grade aluminum bodyGood mode spacing and runtime without stepdownIncludes quality rechargeable 18650 battery and internal chargingIntense hotspot with tight beam and long throw (330 m)Convenient dual switch interface and battery indication
Common complaints
Lacks electronic lockout requiring physical tail cap lockoutNo included pocket clip, users need holster or aftermarket clipMode resets to default on power cycle; no mode memorySome users may find absence of built-in charger inconvenient
Heavyweight compared to smaller modelsRelatively large head sizeLimited impact resistance to 1 meter
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