Comparison Console
ThruNite TC20 Pro vs ThruNite TN36 Limited
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite TC20 Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC20 Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TN36 Limited stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 234% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TC20 Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN36 Limited stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC20 Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN36 Limited stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC20 Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN36 Limited stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 234% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC20 Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN36 Limited stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 8900% 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$75.95Cheapest
US$95Most expensive
Weight
242.5 g (8.55 oz)Lightest
427 g (15.06 oz)Heaviest
Length
118.1 mm (4.65 in)Shortest
133 mm (5.24 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3294 lmLowest output
11000 lmHighest output
Max candela
30400 cdLowest candela
31140 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
348 m (1142 ft)Lowest
353 m (1158 ft)Highest
Max runtime
60 minShortest runtime
5400 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 26650
4x 18650 lithium-ion
Charging type
USB-C on-board charging
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Aluminum with Type III Hard-Anodized black finish
Aluminum with premium Type III Hard-Anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
EDC useHikingCampingHuntingGeneral household and outdoor activities
High lumen outputSearch and rescueCampingWalking the dogVehicle light
Common praise
High maximum output of over 3,200 lumensSustains over 1,400 lumens for 1 hour 40 minutesGood build quality with premium anodized aluminum bodyUSB-C on-board charging with included cableNeutral tint with minimal color shiftSimple and easy to use interfaceFlat tailcap allows stable tailstandingComes with useful accessories such as holster, lanyard, spare o-rings and port covers
Very bright output with smooth flood beamSolid build quality with premium finishGood grip with knurled bodyIncluded holster and accessoriesMemory function for last modeTemperature control prevents overheating
Common complaints
Slightly chunky size due to 26650 batteryNo pocket clip includedLanyard attachment point has a slightly sharp edgeStepdown occurs a few minutes after turbo activationLimited UI modes and no ramping interface
Not pocket friendly due to size and weightBatteries not charged internally (no onboard charging)
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