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ThruNite TC20 V3 vs Wuben L3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wuben L3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben L3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC20 V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben L3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC20 V3 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben L3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC20 V3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben L3 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC20 V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben L3 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC20 V3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 340% 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$59.95Most expensive
US$49.99Cheapest
Weight
198 g (6.98 oz)Heaviest
180.7 g (6.37 oz)Lightest
Length
125 mm (4.92 in)Shortest
138 mm (5.43 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
4720 lmHighest output
3000 lmLowest output
Max candela
16720 cdHighest candela
12800 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
258 m (846 ft)Highest
226 m (741 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
31680 minLongest runtime
7200 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable Li-ion
21700 Li-ion
Charging type
USB-C fast charging
USB-C 18W
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aircraft-grade aluminum
Aluminium
Use case profile
Best for
EDCCampingHikingDog walkingHome emergenciesOutdoor adventuresNighttime tasksEmergency situationsWork repairs
Tactical useOutdoor activitiesDog walkingEveryday carry
Common praise
High maximum output with a wide, even flood beamDurable aircraft-grade aluminum construction with IPX8 waterproof ratingUSB-C fast charging with battery indicatorMagnetic tailcap for hands-free useLock switch prevents accidental activationMemory function recalls last brightness levelMultiple versatile lighting modes
High max output of 3000 lumensGood sustained output and thermal regulationFast USB-C charging with powerbank featureCompact and lightweight design for a 21700 lightReliable build quality and anodized finishConvenient mode memory and versatile user interfaceIncludes accessories like belt clip and lanyard
Common complaints
No anti-roll featureSwitch and mode cycling can be slightly confusing or disorientingHarsh low voltage protection requiring head loosening to reset
Tint has low CRI and a greenish hueTurbo mode is only momentary, not constantMode order cycling can be confusingButton can be stiff and somewhat recessedNo mechanical lockout, some standby drain possible
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