First off, I need to thank Bobby C for recommending the Thrunite Ti light, and for providing the link to the great deal. I just got mine (4 of them) this week and I just completed a run-time test against the iTP A3 EOS & the Olight i3 EOS (pretty much the same as the iTP).
But before commenting on the results of my test, I would like to make a few comments about the Thrunite, as compared to the iTP \ Olight.
After using the iTP\Olight models as an EDC for a while now, the first thing I noticed upon opening my new Thrunite was how much better the grip is. The knurling on the Thrunite is perfect, in my opinion. I never realized how valuable this could be until I put it in my hand and operated it, one-handed, with ease. I am not able to do this very easily with either the iTP or the Olight models. Especially if I want to get into high mode.
The second thing I noticed was how well machined this little inexpensive light is. Very nice!
The third thing I noticed is how much smoother the threads are on the Thrunite model. Very nice!
The fourth thing I noticed was the MUCH EASIER UI which is great for both, those who like low mode first or high mode first. If you prefer to turn your light on high mode first, like I do, this light does not require you to twist on, then off, then on, then off, then on again, like the Olight, which, personally, I hate. You can just twist it right into high mode in one motion. This makes so much sense and it has given me reason to reconsider my dislike for multi-mode twisties.
But, how would this thing compare to the awesome output of the iTP \ Olight, which, quite frankly, was the reason I carried them, in spite of their UI which I hate. In fact, I hated it so much, that I preferred to go back to my single-mode iTP. I can see now that having a multi-mode was not my gripe, having a poor UI was.
So, after inserting a freshly charged Eneloop into each of these 3 lights, I turned them all on in HIGH, and let them run, facing the wall. I took pictures at 15 minute intervals, as well as observing them with my own eyes. The pictures didn't turn out very clear so you will have only my word to go by, if you are considering any of these lights.
For starters, the Thrunite appears brighter than the other two, having a bit tighter hot spot. I like it. As for the run-time, to my surprise, there was no comparison. I honestly thought that this is where the Thrunite would suffer, due to it being brighter. Wrong. Both the iTP & Olight lights pretty much burned out between 1 - 1.25 hours, while the Thrunite burned out between 2.25 - 2.5 hours (TWICE as long), and even then, it still had usable light whereas the others did not. This is incredible. And during that first 1 - 1.25 hours in which the iTP \ Olight were burning bright, the Thrunite was still brighter throughout that time.
Anyway, this wasn't a lab test, but it was a good real-world test for those who are just looking for some basic info from an actual user. Hope this is helpful.
Jonny
But before commenting on the results of my test, I would like to make a few comments about the Thrunite, as compared to the iTP \ Olight.
After using the iTP\Olight models as an EDC for a while now, the first thing I noticed upon opening my new Thrunite was how much better the grip is. The knurling on the Thrunite is perfect, in my opinion. I never realized how valuable this could be until I put it in my hand and operated it, one-handed, with ease. I am not able to do this very easily with either the iTP or the Olight models. Especially if I want to get into high mode.
The second thing I noticed was how well machined this little inexpensive light is. Very nice!
The third thing I noticed is how much smoother the threads are on the Thrunite model. Very nice!
The fourth thing I noticed was the MUCH EASIER UI which is great for both, those who like low mode first or high mode first. If you prefer to turn your light on high mode first, like I do, this light does not require you to twist on, then off, then on, then off, then on again, like the Olight, which, personally, I hate. You can just twist it right into high mode in one motion. This makes so much sense and it has given me reason to reconsider my dislike for multi-mode twisties.
But, how would this thing compare to the awesome output of the iTP \ Olight, which, quite frankly, was the reason I carried them, in spite of their UI which I hate. In fact, I hated it so much, that I preferred to go back to my single-mode iTP. I can see now that having a multi-mode was not my gripe, having a poor UI was.
So, after inserting a freshly charged Eneloop into each of these 3 lights, I turned them all on in HIGH, and let them run, facing the wall. I took pictures at 15 minute intervals, as well as observing them with my own eyes. The pictures didn't turn out very clear so you will have only my word to go by, if you are considering any of these lights.
For starters, the Thrunite appears brighter than the other two, having a bit tighter hot spot. I like it. As for the run-time, to my surprise, there was no comparison. I honestly thought that this is where the Thrunite would suffer, due to it being brighter. Wrong. Both the iTP & Olight lights pretty much burned out between 1 - 1.25 hours, while the Thrunite burned out between 2.25 - 2.5 hours (TWICE as long), and even then, it still had usable light whereas the others did not. This is incredible. And during that first 1 - 1.25 hours in which the iTP \ Olight were burning bright, the Thrunite was still brighter throughout that time.
Anyway, this wasn't a lab test, but it was a good real-world test for those who are just looking for some basic info from an actual user. Hope this is helpful.
Jonny
