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ThruNite TN11S vs ThruNite TT20 The Outsider

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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ThruNite TN11S stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TT20 The Outsider stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TT20 The Outsider stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 204% gap from the closest alternative.

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What stands out

Cheapest

ThruNite TT20 The Outsider stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

ThruNite TN11S stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

ThruNite TN11S stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

ThruNite TT20 The Outsider stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

ThruNite TN11S stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

ThruNite TT20 The Outsider stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 204% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

ThruNite TN11S stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

ThruNite TT20 The Outsider stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1746% 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.

ThruNite TN11S — Beam distance: 355 m (1165 ft)ThruNite TN11S — Max candela: 28900 cdThruNite TN11S — Weight: 169.2 g (5.97 oz)ThruNite TN11S — Length: 157.5 mm (6.20 in)ThruNite TN11S — Retail price: US$99ThruNite TN11S — Impact resistance: 1.2 m (4 ft)ThruNite TT20 The Outsider — Beam distance: 305 m (1001 ft)ThruNite TT20 The Outsider — Max candela: 26483 cdThruNite TT20 The Outsider — Weight: 181 g (6.38 oz)ThruNite TT20 The Outsider — Length: 136 mm (5.35 in)ThruNite TT20 The Outsider — Retail price: US$60ThruNite TT20 The Outsider — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$99Most expensive
US$60Cheapest
Weight
169.2 g (5.97 oz)Lightest
181 g (6.38 oz)Heaviest
Length
157.5 mm (6.20 in)Longest
136 mm (5.35 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
830 lmLowest output
2526 lmHighest output
Max candela
28900 cdHighest candela
26483 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
355 m (1165 ft)Highest
305 m (1001 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
7800 minShortest runtime
144000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 or 2 x 18650 or 3/4 x CR123A
21700 lithium-ion customized proprietary battery
Charging type
Unknown
USB-C charging
Rechargeable
Unknown
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Military-grade aluminum AL 6061-T6
Use case profile
Best for
▣EDC Use▣Throwing Beam▣Military And Tactical Application
▣Hunting▣Emergencies▣Outdoor Activities▣Night Patrol▣Security Patrol▣Roadside Emergencies▣Tactical Use
Common praise
✓Solid Build Quality✓Nicely Spaced Modes✓Good Beam Throw For An Xm L Light✓Includes A Sturdy Clip And Holster✓Highly Focused Even Beam✓Programmable Memory Function
✓High Maximum Output (up To 2526 Lumens)✓Long Beam Throw (305 Meters)✓Very Long Firefly Mode Runtime (up To 100 Days At 0.5 Lumens)✓Dual Switch Interface Enabling Tactical And Daily Use✓USB C Direct Recharge With Battery Level Indicator✓Durable Ipx8 Waterproof And 1.5 Meter Impact Resistance✓Included Proprietary 5000mah 21700 Battery And Accessories (holster, Lanyard, Spare O Rings)✓Well Designed Clip And Pocket Carry Options✓Solid Build Quality With Smooth Reflector And Good Beam Pattern
Common complaints
⚠Actual Output Lower Than Advertised On Single 18650⚠Side Switch Can Be Hard To Activate⚠Does Not Tailstand Without Modification⚠Pwm Is Noticeable On Some Modes⚠Clip Can Be Difficult To Install⚠Some Users Find The Dual Switch Inconvenient
⚠Proprietary Battery Only Compatible With This Light⚠Somewhat Heavy And Large For Pocket Carry⚠Clip Can Rotate And May Scar The Body⚠Small Fixed Step Brightness Ramp Instead Of Completely Smooth Ramp⚠Charging Port Cover May Sometimes Open Unintentionally

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