ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Saber stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 162% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
ThruNite Saber stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
ThruNite Saber stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 151% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
ThruNite Saber stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 162% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
ThruNite Saber stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 168% 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
2x AAA batteries
Charging type
USB-C on battery cell with included USB to USB-C cable
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IPX-8
IPX8
Impact resistance
Unknown
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Anodized aluminum
Aircraft grade aluminum body with type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry▣Outdoor Activities▣Emergency Use
▣EDC▣Outdoor Camping▣General Everyday Use
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
✓Good Build Quality✓Positive And Rewarding Clicky Switch✓Compact And Pen Like Form Factor✓Broad Beam With Good Mode Spacing✓Neutral White And Cool White Options Available✓Comes With Spare O Rings And Thorough Manual
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
⚠Short Runtimes Due To Aaa Battery Power⚠Switch Is Prone To Accidental Activation In Pocket⚠Tight Battery Tube May Cause Difficulty With Some Batteries⚠Strobe Mode Is Awkward To Access