Flat Light Showdown — Nitecore EDC17 vs Olight Ark Pro vs ThruNite Defender in Detail Sofirn Hotligh

Hey everyone — Eric from Outer Limitless Lights here! Today we’re taking an in-depth look at the next evolution of EDC flashlights — the flat light form factor. These are not your traditional round flashlights — these are USB-C rechargeable, ultra-slim, feature-rich flat lights with integrated batteries and advanced dual-function outputs. We’re testing three of the most advanced models available: 🔦 ThruNite Defender – durable, magnetic, and multi-mode (white/UV/laser) 💡 Olight Ark Pro – dual-beam design with flood/spot adjustment and variable laser intensity ⚡ Nitecore EDC17 – all-new design with side switch, laser, UV up to 1350 mW, and 1500-lumen max Plus, we’ll touch on two honorable mentions — the Sofirn ST1 and Hotligh Work Light, each with unique designs and lighting concepts. 📸 In this video, we cover: • Flat light vs round light advantages • Beam tests, UV, and laser intensity comparisons • Real-world output, throw distance, and runtime • Construction, battery life, and build quality differences • Why flat lights might replace traditional flashlights If you’ve been waiting for the perfect EDC, tactical, or work light upgrade, these new flat-format models deliver serious innovation. 📦 Featured Lights: • ThruNite Defender – https://amzn.to/4ntPGhj • Olight Ark Pro – https://amzn.to/3WZTdt0 • Nitecore EDC17 – https://amzn.to/3JxqOaD • Sofirn ST1 – https://amzn.to/4nqMK5d • Hotligh Work Light – https://amzn.to/47o09VG 👊 More from Outer Limitless: • Subscribe →    / @outerlimitlesslights   • Instagram →   / outerlimitless   • Main Channel →    / @outerlimitless   #FlatLight #FlashlightReview #OuterLimitless #ThruNiteDefender #OlightArcPro #NitecoreEDC17 #EDCFlashlight #UVLight #LaserFlashlight #WorkLight #TacticalLight #USBRechargeable #EDCGear #FlashlightComparison ⏱ YouTube Chapter Timeline 00:00 – Intro – what are “flat lights”? 00:34 – The lineup overview (ThruNite, Olight, Nitecore) 01:18 – Shared features and integrated batteries 02:00 – ThruNite Defender setup and brightness modes 04:00 – Laser and UV function demonstration 06:00 – Build quality and magnetic base 06:32 – Nitecore EDC17 operation and new switch design 07:29 – Laser + UV multi-mode and side switch use 08:45 – Beam throw, runtime, and tactical features 11:07 – Olight Ark Pro flood/spot adjustment 12:36 – Dual intensity laser and UV performance 14:25 – Comparative beam test in the dark 19:31 – Sofirn ST1 honorable mention (Cybertruck-inspired) 22:07 – Hotligh Work Light multi-LED design 24:39 – Final impressions – “Flat lights are the future” 26:35 – Closing remarks and links Find quality gear at quality prices: https://www.ebay.com/usr/outerlimitless See my Outer Limitless YouTube Channels:    / outerlimitless   - Outdoor Adventures & Associated Gear/Equipment    / outerlimitless2   - Firearms & Associated Gear/Equipment Please help support Outer Limitless! Get well maintained and often NEW gear that has been seen on my YouTube and social media channel! Find OUTER LIMITLESS (OUTERLIMITLESS) TM on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram    / outerlimitless   www.facebook.com/outerlimitless www.instagram.com/outerlimitless OUTER LIMITLESS (OUTERLIMITLESS) TM embodies the intellectual works of “Eric Outer”: host, owner, inventor, creator, designer, photographer, videographer, musician. OUTER LIMITLESS (OUTERLIMITLESS) TM includes, but is not limited to, multi-media works that are displayed on a multitude of online and social media platforms and is the property of “Eric Outer”. Content includes, but is not limited to, reviews and feature videos of gear, products, merchandise, outdoor activities, hiking, backpacking, camping, and related subjects. OUTER LIMITLESS (OUTERLIMITLESS) TM includes original music performed by the owner and affiliate musicians. OUTER LIMITLESS (OUTERLIMITLESS) TM produces products fabricated by numerous vendors and produced with the OUTER LIMITLESS (OUTERLIMITLESS) TM name and logo. These products are the property of OUTER LIMITLESS (OUTERLIMITLESS) TM and have been developed per the direction, specifications, and invention of “Eric Outer”. OUTER LIMITLESS (OUTERLIMITLESS) TM logos and images are property of “Eric Outer”. The OUTER LIMITLESS (OUTERLIMITLESS) TM tribal tree and font is property of “Eric Outer”.