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ThruNite TC15 V3 vs ThruNite TH30 V2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite TH30 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TH30 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH30 V2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH30 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH30 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH30 V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 10% 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$49.95Cheapest
US$79.95Most expensive
Weight
74 g (2.61 oz)Heaviest
70 g (2.47 oz)Lightest
Length
122.5 mm (4.82 in)Longest
107.5 mm (4.23 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2403 lmLowest output
3320 lmHighest output
Max candela
12450 cdHighest candela
7290 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
223 m (732 ft)Highest
170 m (558 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3000 minShortest runtime
3300 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650
1 x 18650 lithium-ion rechargeable (IMR recommended)
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8
Impact resistance
Unknown
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Anodized aluminum
Aircraft-grade aluminum (AL 6061-T6) with premium type III hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryGeneral UseTactical Applications
CampingHikingCyclingIndoor And Outdoor ActivitiesTactical UseWork Light Use
Common praise
High Maximum Brightness OutputCompact And Lightweight DesignBuilt In USB C ChargingGood Runtime On Multiple ModesIncluded Battery And AccessoriesRugged Anodized Aluminum Body
High Maximum Output Of 3320 LumensGood Runtime Especially On High And Medium Low ModesUSB C Onboard ChargingSimple And Intuitive User InterfaceBattery Indicator On The SwitchBuild Quality And MaterialsIncluded Non Proprietary Battery
Common complaints
Cool White LED Tint Is High Cct And May Appear Too Blue For Some UsersCannot Cycle From Moonlight Directly To Other ModesSlight Battery Rattle With Flat Top 18650 BatteriesBody Tube Reversible But Light Will Not Function In Reversed Orientation
Low Mode Jumps Up Too High From Moonlight Mode (30 Lumens Is Too Bright For Some Users)Rubber USB Charging Cover Flap Is Long And Somewhat FlexibleHeadband Strap Comfort Decreases After Stretching During Prolonged Use
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