Comparison Console
ThruNite Lynx vs ThruNite Thrower
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Lynx stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Thrower stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Lynx stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Lynx stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Lynx stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Lynx stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Lynx stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 248% 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$99.95Most expensive
US$50Cheapest
Weight
108 g (3.81 oz)Lightest
109 g (3.84 oz)Heaviest
Length
144.5 mm (5.69 in)Longest
109 mm (4.29 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3100 lmHighest output
1755 lmLowest output
Max candela
43489 cdHighest candela
26100 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
417 m (1368 ft)Highest
323 m (1060 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
4140 minShortest runtime
14400 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 lithium-ion rechargeable battery
18650
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aerospace-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum with Type III hard anodizing
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useOutdoor activitiesEDCLaw enforcementCampingDog walkingInspectionHunting
BikingSkateboardingTrail runningLong distance beam requirements
Common praise
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
Very good throw performance with 26,100 cd intensityIncluded 3400mAh 18650 batteryGreat runtime on low and medium modesComfortable and adjustable headbandSimple and straightforward UI with direct access to firefly and turbo modes
Common complaints
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
Warm on turbo output causing some heat and neck fatigue when worn on headSlight rattling or wiggle of the battery inside the tubeThin rubber flap sealing USB-C portNo magnetic tailcapTailcap threads can be a bit gritty
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