Comparison Console
Acebeam T36 vs Sofirn LT1 Mini
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam T36 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T36 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 577% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T36 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2100% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam T36 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT1 Mini stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT1 Mini stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T36 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 577% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT1 Mini stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T36 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2100% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T36 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT1 Mini stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 6% 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$129.9
Unknown
Weight
113 g (3.99 oz)Lightest
184.1 g (6.49 oz)Heaviest
Length
145 mm (5.71 in)Shortest
154 mm (6.06 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2100 lmHighest output
310 lmLowest output
Max candela
23870 cdHighest candela
33 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
309 m (1014 ft)Highest
12 m (39 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
7920 minLongest runtime
360 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C PD
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 / waterproof under water 5m
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with premium Type III Hard Anodized Anti-abrasive finish
Black anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Self-defenseEveryday carryHuntingSearch & rescueLaw enforcementOutdoor activities
Everyday carryClose to medium range tasksCampingOutdoor emergenciesMaintenance work
Common praise
Solid tactical design with dual switch setup4000K tint offers nice color renderingUSB-C charging convenient and fastCompact size with sturdy feel and firm gripGood beam distance and output balance
High CRI LEDsIntuitive and highly configurable Anduril 2 interfaceUSB-C PD chargingPowerbank featureCompact size and light weightGood build quality with anodized aluminumEven, diffused beam patternStable runtime and good thermal control
Common complaints
Can get hot quickly at highest outputMedium mode brightness lower than some users would preferLong shipping time from China to USA in some cases
Prone to tipping over due to narrow baseNot very strong magnetic tailcapSome users may find Anduril 2 UI complexNo serial number on some unitsBattery rattle possible with 18650 cells
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