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ThruNite TN42 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 31% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben A9 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben A9 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 148% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben A9 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN42 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A9 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN42 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN42 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A9 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 148% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN42 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben A9 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 10381% 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$275Most expensive
US$249.99Cheapest
Weight
648 g (22.86 oz)Heaviest
447 g (15.77 oz)Lightest
Length
190.5 mm (7.50 in)Shortest
215 mm (8.46 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
4848 lmLowest output
12000 lmHighest output
Max candela
864000 cdHighest candela
40900 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1860 m (6102 ft)Highest
420 m (1378 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
316 minShortest runtime
33120 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4x 21700 rechargeable lithium-ion batteries (parallel configuration)
Custom 10200mAh 7.2V Li-ion battery pack
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C charging on battery, 5V 2A max input
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters)
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aluminum, hard anodized
Aircraft-grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Search and rescueLong distance throwOutdoor activities requiring high output and long range
Search and rescueOutdoor explorationExtreme conditions use
Common praise
Very high max output of 4848 lumens with excellent long throw capability (1860 meters).Good build quality with hard anodized aluminum and tight threading.Simple and intuitive e-switch user interface with mode memory.Included accessories like shoulder strap and USB-C charger.No visible or audible PWM.Battery runtime up to approximately 5 hours and 16 minutes at firefly mode for 180 days.Good thermal performance with predictable step-down after 2 minutes on turbo.
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
No thermal regulation, causing step down due to heat after turbo mode.Threads are somewhat difficult to start or unscrew.Heats up significantly on turbo/high modes making prolonged handheld use uncomfortable.Limited retention options, some users find shoulder strap front mount flimsy.Low voltage protection is not fully clear; caution advised with unprotected cells.Large size and weight (over 600 grams without batteries) makes compact carry difficult.
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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