Comparison Console
ThruNite T1 vs ThruNite TH20
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite T1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TH20 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite T1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 188% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TH20 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH20 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH20 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 188% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH20 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1486% 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$45.95Most expensive
US$29.99Cheapest
Weight
71.5 g (2.52 oz)Lightest
76 g (2.68 oz)Heaviest
Length
69.5 mm (2.74 in)Shortest
70 mm (2.76 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1500 lmHighest output
520 lmLowest output
Max candela
2600 cdHighest candela
1120 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
102 m (335 ft)Highest
67 m (220 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
840 minShortest runtime
13320 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18350 rechargeable lithium-ion battery
1x AA or 1x 14500 lithium ion battery
Charging type
USB Micro-USB port (charging cable included)
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters)
IPX-8 (2 meters)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Anodized aluminum
Aircraft-grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Compact portable illuminationHands-free use via magnetic tailcap or clip
Hands-free lighting tasksCampingReadingOutdoor activities
Common praise
Compact and lightweight designPowerful 1500 lumen output with balanced beamUSB rechargeable with included 1100mAh batteryMagnetic tailcap for hands-free useMultiple modes including stepless dimming and strobeGood build quality with anodized aluminum bodyIPX8 water resistance
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
Turbo mode sustains max output only about 3 minutes before stepping downClip design requires two-handed operation to attachLower modes exhibit some green tint shift (older CW variants)Charging current conservative (around 0.5A)TIR optic with plastic lens may scratch over time
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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