Comparison Console
ThruNite TN31 vs ThruNite TN36 Limited
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite TN36 Limited stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TN36 Limited stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TN36 Limited stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 859% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TN36 Limited stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN31 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 132% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN36 Limited stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN31 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN31 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN36 Limited stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 859% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN36 Limited stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN31 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2122% 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$220Most expensive
US$95Cheapest
Weight
572.1 g (20.18 oz)Heaviest
427 g (15.06 oz)Lightest
Length
203 mm (7.99 in)Longest
133 mm (5.24 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1147 lmLowest output
11000 lmHighest output
Max candela
75000 cdHighest candela
31140 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
700 m (2297 ft)Highest
353 m (1158 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
120000 minLongest runtime
5400 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
3x18650
4x 18650 lithium-ion
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
Unknown
No
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Aluminum with premium Type III Hard-Anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Long Distance ThrowTactical UseSearch And RescueOutdoor ActivitiesEmergency UseSelf Defense
High Lumen OutputSearch And RescueCampingWalking The DogVehicle Light
Common praise
Very Bright With Good ThrowSolid Build QualityTactical Usability With Momentary Switch And Rotary Mode SelectorQuiet Smooth Control Ring With Firm DetentsGood Grip Due To Aggressive KnurlingIpx8 Waterproof Rating And Impact ResistanceStable Tailstand Capability
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
Heavy And Bulky Compared To Smaller EDC LightsBattery Carrier Fits Very Wide Batteries TightlyInitial Sealed Case Foam Had Acrid Smell
Not Pocket Friendly Due To Size And WeightBatteries Not Charged Internally (no Onboard Charging)
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