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ThruNite Saber vs ThruNite Ti4
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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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
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 most expensive option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 151% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 62% 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.
ThruNite Saber stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
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.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$25.95Most expensive
US$19.99Cheapest
Weight
56 g (1.98 oz)Heaviest
22.3 g (0.79 oz)Lightest
Length
96.5 mm (3.80 in)Shortest
132.9 mm (5.23 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
659 lmHighest output
252 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
3060 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
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 carryOutdoor activitiesEmergency use
EDCOutdoor campingGeneral everyday use
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
Good build qualityPositive and rewarding clicky switchCompact and pen-like form factorBroad beam with good mode spacingNeutral white and cool white options availableComes with spare O-rings and thorough manual
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
Short runtimes due to AAA battery powerSwitch is prone to accidental activation in pocketTight battery tube may cause difficulty with some batteriesStrobe mode is awkward to access
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