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ThruNite TC15 V3 vs Wuben E7
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben E7 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben E7 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 108% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E7 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E7 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E7 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 44% 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$49.95Most expensive
US$24Cheapest
Weight
74 g (2.61 oz)Lightest
80 g (2.82 oz)Heaviest
Length
122.5 mm (4.82 in)Longest
61 mm (2.40 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2403 lmHighest output
1800 lmLowest output
Max candela
12450 cdHighest candela
4356 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
223 m (732 ft)Highest
132 m (433 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3000 minShortest runtime
4320 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650
18350 or 18650 lithium-ion battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Anodized aluminum
Aircraft-grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryGeneral useTactical applications
Everyday carry (EDC)Outdoor activitiesCampingRescueHeadlamp use
Common praise
High maximum brightness outputCompact and lightweight designBuilt-in USB-C chargingGood runtime on multiple modesIncluded battery and accessoriesRugged anodized aluminum body
Compact and stylish designHigh output up to 1800 lumensMagnetic tailcap for versatile mountingWaterproof to IP68 standardRechargeable via USB-CMultiple lighting modes with mode memoryCompatible with 18350 or 18650 batteries for extended runtime
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 CRI Osram P9 LEDs (mostly 6500K)Lack of electronic lockout, requiring physical tailcap lockout to prevent accidental activation18650 extension tube alignment and threading issuesOptional accessories required for headlamp use (headband)
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