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ThruNite Saber vs ThruNite TH20
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Saber stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Saber stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Saber 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 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 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 36% 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 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH20 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1068% 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 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
141 m (463 ft)Highest
67 m (220 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1140 minShortest runtime
13320 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x AA alkaline or 1 x 14500 rechargeable lithium-ion
1x AA or 1x 14500 lithium ion battery
Charging type
USB-C on battery cell with included USB to USB-C cable
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8
IPX-8 (2 meters)
Impact resistance
Unknown
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Anodized aluminum
Aircraft-grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor activitiesEmergency use
Hands-free lighting tasksCampingReadingOutdoor activities
Common praise
Compact size and lightweight designAbility to run on widely available AA or rechargeable 14500 batteryIncluded USB-C rechargeable battery and cableSimple and effective two-mode UI reducing complexityGood beam throw and tight beam profile
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
Low CRI output (under 70)Limited to two modes onlyNo built-in charging port on flashlight body, charging occurs on batteryTailcap unscrews at the head end, which can confuse some users
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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