Comparison Console
ThruNite Saber 2A vs ThruNite TH20
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH20 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH20 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH20 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH20 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 17% 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$25.95Cheapest
US$29.99Most expensive
Weight
56.2 g (1.98 oz)Lightest
76 g (2.68 oz)Heaviest
Length
96.5 mm (3.80 in)Longest
70 mm (2.76 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
659 lmHighest output
520 lmLowest output
Max candela
7555 cdHighest candela
1120 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
142 m (466 ft)Highest
67 m (220 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
11400 minShortest runtime
13320 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x AA alkaline or rechargeable NiMH, or 1x 14500 lithium-ion (included)
1x AA or 1x 14500 lithium ion battery
Charging type
USB-C charging via included 14500 battery
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX-8 (2 meters)
Impact resistance
Unknown
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aluminum body with PMMA TIR optic lens
Aircraft-grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
EDCEveryday carryLaw enforcementSecurityEmergency useMedical servicesCampingDuty light
Hands-free lighting tasksCampingReadingOutdoor activities
Common praise
Compact and lightweight for pocket carryHigh output and good beam throwAbility to run on both AA and 14500 batteriesUSB-C charging included with the batterySimple and intuitive two-mode UIDurable IPX8 waterproof design
Comfortable headstrap and lightweight designSmooth ramping user interface with mode memoryGood output for size and battery typeDurable anodized aluminum constructionWaterproof to IPX-8 standard
Common complaints
Tail switch is firm and may be hard for some to pressLow mode is relatively bright and not very low
No on-board chargingNo low voltage protection for 14500 batteryLimited retention options — designed primarily for use with headstrapE-switch located on end can be slightly awkward to operate
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