ThruNite T1S stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite T1S stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite T1S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
ThruNite T1S stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
ThruNite Neutron 2C V3 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
ThruNite T1S stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
ThruNite Neutron 2C V3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
ThruNite Neutron 2C V3 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
ThruNite T1S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
ThruNite Neutron 2C V3 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
ThruNite T1S stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1146% 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)
18350
Charging type
USB side port charging (micro-USB)
USB-C PD compatible
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8 (2 meters)
IPX-8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Type-III hard anodized aluminum body
Aluminum 6061-T6
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry (EDC)▣Versatile Battery Compatibility▣Users Wanting Fine Brightness Control Through Ramping Ui
▣EDC Use▣Compact Portable Light▣Hands Free Use With Magnetic Tail And 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 Size And Light Weight✓Powerful Max Output For Size✓USB C Pd Charging✓Non Proprietary Battery✓Magnetic Tailcap And Dual Directional Clip For Hands Free Use✓Good Build Quality And Anodized Aluminum Body
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
⚠Green Tint Shifts On Lower Brightness Modes⚠Plastic Concave Tir Optic Is Prone To Scratching⚠Limited To Cool White Sst 40 LED⚠Does Not Have Glass Lens⚠Clip Design Not Preferred By Some