ThruNite T1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite T1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite T1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
ThruNite T1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
ThruNite Neutron 2C V3 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
ThruNite T1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
ThruNite Neutron 2C V3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
ThruNite Neutron 2C V3 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
ThruNite T1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
ThruNite T1 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
ThruNite Neutron 2C V3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 271% 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.
1×18650, 1×18350, 2×16340 or 2×CR123A (compatible multiple cells)
1x 18350 rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Charging type
USB side port charging (micro-USB)
USB Micro-USB port (charging cable included)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8 (2 meters)
IPX8 (2 meters)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Type-III hard anodized aluminum body
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry (EDC)▣Versatile Battery Compatibility▣Users Wanting Fine Brightness Control Through Ramping Ui
▣Everyday Carry (EDC)▣Compact Portable Illumination▣Hands Free Use Via Magnetic Tailcap Or Clip
Common praise
✓Versatile Battery Configurations Including 18650, 18350, 16340, And Cr123a✓Smooth Ramping Ui With Memory Function For Precise Brightness Control✓Solid Build Quality With Good Grip And Finish✓Includes USB Side Charging With 1a Current✓Bright Output Up To 1100 Lumens With 240m Beam Distance
✓Compact And Lightweight Design✓Powerful 1500 Lumen Output With Balanced Beam✓USB Rechargeable With Included 1100mah Battery✓Magnetic Tailcap For Hands Free Use✓Multiple Modes Including Stepless Dimming And Strobe✓Good Build Quality With Anodized Aluminum Body✓Ipx8 Water Resistance
Common complaints
⚠Pwm Visible At 110 Hz On Low To Medium Brightness Levels, Which Can Be Distracting⚠Not The Smallest Size For An EDC Light⚠No Tail Switch; All Functions Controlled By Side Switch
⚠Turbo Mode Sustains Max Output Only About 3 Minutes Before Stepping Down⚠Clip Design Requires Two Handed Operation To Attach⚠Lower Modes Exhibit Some Green Tint Shift (older Cw Variants)⚠Charging Current Conservative (around 0.5a)⚠Tir Optic With Plastic Lens May Scratch Over Time