ThruNite Saber stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Saber stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite T1S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
ThruNite Saber stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
ThruNite T1S stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
ThruNite Saber stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
ThruNite T1S stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
ThruNite Saber stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
ThruNite T1S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
ThruNite Saber stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
ThruNite T1S stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3311% 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 x AA alkaline or 1 x 14500 rechargeable lithium-ion
18350
Charging type
USB-C on battery cell with included USB to USB-C cable
USB-C PD compatible
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8
IPX-8
Impact resistance
Unknown
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Anodized aluminum
Aluminum 6061-T6
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday carry▣Outdoor activities▣Emergency use
▣EDC use▣Compact portable light▣Hands-free use with magnetic tail and clip
Common praise
✓Compact size and lightweight design✓Ability to run on widely available AA or rechargeable 14500 battery✓Included USB-C rechargeable battery and cable✓Simple and effective two-mode UI reducing complexity✓Good beam throw and tight beam profile
✓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
⚠Low CRI output (under 70)⚠Limited to two modes only⚠No built-in charging port on flashlight body, charging occurs on battery⚠Tailcap unscrews at the head end, which can confuse some users
⚠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