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ThruNite T1S 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 65% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite T1S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 381% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1S stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1S stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 183% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 381% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1S stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1171% 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$30Most expensive
US$19.99Cheapest
Weight
63 g (2.22 oz)Heaviest
22.3 g (0.79 oz)Lightest
Length
69.5 mm (2.74 in)Shortest
132.9 mm (5.23 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1212 lmHighest output
252 lmLowest output
Max candela
8460 cdHighest candela
1120 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
184 m (604 ft)Highest
67 m (220 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
38880 minLongest runtime
3060 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18350
2x AAA batteries
Charging type
USB-C PD compatible
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IPX-8
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aluminum 6061-T6
Aircraft grade aluminum body with type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
EDC useCompact portable lightHands-free use with magnetic tail and clip
EDCOutdoor campingGeneral everyday use
Common praise
Compact size and light weightPowerful max output for sizeUSB-C PD chargingNon-proprietary batteryMagnetic tailcap and dual-directional clip for hands-free useGood build quality and anodized aluminum body
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
Green tint shifts on lower brightness modesPlastic concave TIR optic is prone to scratchingLimited to cool white SST-40 LEDDoes not have glass lensClip design not preferred by some
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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