Nitecore TUP 2 vs ThruNite T1S V2 size comparison
The ThruNite T1S V2 is 1 mm (0.04 in) shorter than the Nitecore TUP 2, and 4 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
The ThruNite T1S V2 is 1 mm (0.04 in) shorter than the Nitecore TUP 2, and 4 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore TUP 2 Check price ↗ | ThruNite T1S V2 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 70 mm (2.76 in) | 69 mm (2.72 in)−1 mm |
| Head / width | 30 mm (1.18 in) | 26 mm (1.02 in)−4 mm |
| Body | — | 22 mm (0.87 in) |
| Thickness | 27 mm (1.06 in) | — |
| Weight | 58 g listed | 41 g listed |
| Battery | Built-in | 18350 |
| Max output | 1,200 lm | 1,212 lm |
| Throw | 125 m | 184 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $59.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | not verified yet |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced Listed W 27 x H 30 mm | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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TUP 2 vs T1S V2: how they differ
Size and weight
The ThruNite T1S V2 is the shorter light: 69 mm (2.72 in) against 70 mm (2.76 in), a difference of 1 mm (1%). At its widest point the ThruNite T1S V2 is 4 mm slimmer (26 vs 30 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore TUP 2: 58 g listed; ThruNite T1S V2: 41 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The ThruNite T1S V2 is rated brighter: 1,212 lm maximum vs 1,200 lm for the Nitecore TUP 2, 1% more. For beam distance the ThruNite T1S V2 reaches further: 184 m vs 125 m rated throw (47% more).
Battery
The Nitecore TUP 2 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the ThruNite T1S V2 runs on a removable 18350 battery. Only the ThruNite T1S V2 lets you swap in a charged spare.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Nitecore TUP 2 if you want a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the ThruNite T1S V2 if you want a slimmer profile (4 mm narrower), longer throw (184 m vs 125 m) and a removable cell you can swap. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
Check price ↗ Nitecore TUP 2 Check price ↗ ThruNite T1S V2
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TUP 2 vs T1S V2 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore TUP 2 or the ThruNite T1S V2?
The ThruNite T1S V2 is the shorter light: 69 mm (2.72 in) against 70 mm (2.76 in), a difference of 1 mm (1%). At its widest point the ThruNite T1S V2 is 4 mm slimmer (26 vs 30 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore TUP 2: 58 g listed; ThruNite T1S V2: 41 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore TUP 2 or the ThruNite T1S V2?
The ThruNite T1S V2 is rated brighter: 1,212 lm maximum vs 1,200 lm for the Nitecore TUP 2, 1% more. For beam distance the ThruNite T1S V2 reaches further: 184 m vs 125 m rated throw (47% more).
Do the Nitecore TUP 2 and ThruNite T1S V2 use the same battery?
The Nitecore TUP 2 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the ThruNite T1S V2 runs on a removable 18350 battery. Only the ThruNite T1S V2 lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Nitecore TUP 2: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $59.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- ThruNite T1S V2: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. No verified price yet.
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