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ThruNite TN36 vs Wuben A9
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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ThruNite TN36 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben A9 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben A9 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 363% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TN36 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A9 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN36 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A9 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN36 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A9 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 363% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN36 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A9 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 71% 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
Unknown
US$249.99
Weight
390 g (13.76 oz)Lightest
447 g (15.77 oz)Heaviest
Length
126 mm (4.96 in)Shortest
215 mm (8.46 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
11000 lmLowest output
12000 lmHighest output
Max candela
31140 cdLowest candela
40900 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
350 m (1148 ft)Lowest
420 m (1378 ft)Highest
Max runtime
7160 minShortest runtime
33120 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4x 18650 lithium-ion
Custom 10200mAh 7.2V Li-ion battery pack
Charging type
Unknown
USB-C charging on battery, 5V 2A max input
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IP68
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III hard anodized finish
Aircraft-grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Walking the dogNight hikingCamping (non-ultralight)Vehicle light
Search and rescueOutdoor explorationExtreme conditions use
Common praise
High output and wide flood beamSolid build quality with premium anodized finishIncludes batteries, charger, and accessoriesGood grip with full-body knurlingFlat tail for stable tail-standing
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
Not pocket-friendly due to sizeNo onboard chargingLimited UI modes and no direct turbo start
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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