Comparison Console
ThruNite TH20 vs ThruNite Thrower
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite TH20 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TH20 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Thrower stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 238% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TH20 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH20 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH20 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 238% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH20 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 8% 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$29.99Cheapest
US$50Most expensive
Weight
76 g (2.68 oz)Lightest
109 g (3.84 oz)Heaviest
Length
70 mm (2.76 in)Shortest
109 mm (4.29 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
520 lmLowest output
1755 lmHighest output
Max candela
1120 cdLowest candela
26100 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
67 m (220 ft)Lowest
323 m (1060 ft)Highest
Max runtime
13320 minShortest runtime
14400 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x AA or 1x 14500 lithium ion battery
18650
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8 (2 meters)
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aircraft-grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Hands-free lighting tasksCampingReadingOutdoor activities
BikingSkateboardingTrail runningLong distance beam requirements
Common praise
Comfortable headstrap and lightweight designSmooth ramping user interface with mode memoryGood output for size and battery typeDurable anodized aluminum constructionWaterproof to IPX-8 standard
Very good throw performance with 26,100 cd intensityIncluded 3400mAh 18650 batteryGreat runtime on low and medium modesComfortable and adjustable headbandSimple and straightforward UI with direct access to firefly and turbo modes
Common complaints
No on-board chargingNo low voltage protection for 14500 batteryLimited retention options — designed primarily for use with headstrapE-switch located on end can be slightly awkward to operate
Warm on turbo output causing some heat and neck fatigue when worn on headSlight rattling or wiggle of the battery inside the tubeThin rubber flap sealing USB-C portNo magnetic tailcapTailcap threads can be a bit gritty
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