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ThruNite TN31 vs Wuben A9
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wuben A9 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TN31 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben A9 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 946% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TN31 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A9 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A9 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN31 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 28% 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.
Wuben A9 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 946% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A9 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN31 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 262% 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$220Cheapest
US$249.99Most expensive
Weight
572.1 g (20.18 oz)Heaviest
447 g (15.77 oz)Lightest
Length
203 mm (7.99 in)Shortest
215 mm (8.46 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1147 lmLowest output
12000 lmHighest output
Max candela
75000 cdHighest candela
40900 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
700 m (2297 ft)Highest
420 m (1378 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
120000 minLongest runtime
33120 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
3x18650
Custom 10200mAh 7.2V Li-ion battery pack
Charging type
Unknown
USB-C charging on battery, 5V 2A max input
Rechargeable
Unknown
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IP68
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Aircraft-grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Long distance throwTactical useSearch and rescueOutdoor activitiesEmergency useSelf-defense
Search and rescueOutdoor explorationExtreme conditions use
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
High maximum brightness with three Cree XHP70.2 LEDsLong runtime up to 23 days on low modeDurable aircraft-grade aluminum body with IP68 waterproofingMultiple lighting modes including strobe and SOSSmart switch with mode memory and lockout functionality
Common complaints
Heavy and bulky compared to smaller EDC lightsBattery carrier fits very wide batteries tightlyInitial sealed case foam had acrid smell
Customized battery can be inconvenient as a proprietary packCharging is slow due to limited 5V 2A inputLarge size and weight may be bulky for some usersHead unscrewing and switch placement can make accessing battery tricky
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