Thrunite T2 vs Olight Baton 4 Pro
Quick take: The Thrunite T2 is brighter (3,757 vs 1,600 lm); the Thrunite T2 throws farther (283m vs 200m); the Olight Baton 4 Pro runs longer on high (4 vs 2 hrs).
| Spec | Thrunite T2 | Olight Baton 4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $80 | $80 |
| Rating | — | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Lumens | 3,757 lm | 1,600 lm |
| Candela | 20,000 cd | 10,000 cd |
| Beam distance | 283m | 200m |
| Runtime | 2 hrs (high) | 4 hrs (high) |
| Battery | 21700 | 18650 |
| LED | CREE XHP70.2 | Luminus SST-40 (Gen 2) |
| Beam type | Balanced | Balanced |
| Modes | 5 Stepped | 5 Stepped |
| UI | Simple | Dual Switch |
| IP rating | IPX8 | IPX8 |
| CRI | 70 | 70 |
| Weight | 3.5 oz | 4.0 oz |
| Dimensions | 5.0 x 1.1 in | 4.4 x 0.9 in |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime |
What owners report
Thrunite T2
- ✓Around 3,750 lumens from an efficient XHP70 on a 21700
- ✓Onboard USB-C charging
- ✓Well thought-out user interface
- ✓6061-T6 aluminium with grip ridges and a solid feel
- ✓Strong value for the output
- ✗Won't charge from a USB-C PD charger over a C-to-C cable — needs USB-A to C
- ✗Some standard 21700s lose contact without a spacer
- ✗Protected cells can be too tight to fit
- ✗The lockout needs a long press to unlock then another press to switch on
- ✗Too heavy to wear comfortably on a hat
Olight Baton 4 Pro
- ✓USB-C charging hidden in the tailcap alongside the magnetic contacts
- ✓Adds a tail switch to the Baton formula
- ✓1,300 lumens with 170 m of reach and a more efficient beam
- ✓Dense, solid build that reviewers rate highly
- ✓Full charge in a little under three hours
- ✗The side switch has take-up and a soft, muted click
- ✗The surrounding bezel makes double and triple clicks unreliable for larger fingers
- ✗Still a proprietary cell, though it is user-replaceable
- ✗Costs considerably more than enthusiast lights with better emitters
- ✗Confusingly sold alongside the Baton 4 and Baton 4 Premium Edition