Comparison Console
ThruNite Thrower vs Wuben H5
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wuben H5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Thrower stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 339% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Thrower stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2300% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben H5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben H5 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 339% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben H5 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2300% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben H5 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 51% 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$50
US$50
Weight
109 g (3.84 oz)Heaviest
63 g (2.22 oz)Lightest
Length
109 mm (4.29 in)Longest
72 mm (2.83 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1755 lmHighest output
400 lmLowest output
Max candela
26100 cdHighest candela
1338 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
323 m (1060 ft)Highest
73 m (240 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
14400 minLongest runtime
600 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650
1 x AA / 1 x 14500 rechargeable
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C charging cable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
BikingSkateboardingTrail runningLong distance beam requirements
Everyday Carry (EDC)Hands-free headlamp useMulti-directional lighting with clip
Common praise
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
Versatile multifunctional design with 360° rotatable clipGood build quality and reliable outputIP68 water resistance and 1.5m impact resistanceBright 400 lumen max output with regulated driverComfortable and secure headband for most activities
Common complaints
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
Headlamp strap design may not be ideal for joggingClip removal requires unscrewing tailcapNo strobe mode, only SOS blinky
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