Comparison Console
Nitecore EC4GTS vs Sofirn LT2 Camping Lantern
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn LT2 Camping Lantern stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 481% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn LT2 Camping Lantern stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT2 Camping Lantern stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT2 Camping Lantern stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 481% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT2 Camping Lantern stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 32% 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$90Most expensive
US$70Cheapest
Weight
171 g (6.03 oz)Lightest
184 g (6.49 oz)Heaviest
Length
155 mm (6.10 in)Longest
154 mm (6.06 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmHighest output
310 lmLowest output
Max candela
39220 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
396 m (1299 ft)Highest
12 m (39 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
22800 minShortest runtime
30000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2 x 18650 Li-Ion
One 21700 rechargeable battery (included battery circa 5000mAh)
Charging type
Unknown
USB-C (Power Delivery compatible)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters submersible)
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Search and rescueOutdoor campingWalking/hikingBug-Out Bag (BOB)
CampingPower outagesHikingFishingEmergency kitTent campingGeneral outdoor area illumination
Common praise
High output with effective beam throwDurable build quality with quality materials and anodizingErgonomic design with good grip even in wet conditionsUseful UI with direct access to Turbo and Ultra-LowLong maximum runtime and efficient thermal regulation
Very long runtime up to 500 hours on lowAdjustable color temperature from warm to coolRed light mode for preserving night visionUSB-C charging with power bank outputSolid, durable IPX8 aluminum bodyVersatile Anduril 2 firmware with many output modes
Common complaints
No clip included for pocket carryRequires button top 18650 batteries for proper contact
Limited maximum output at 310 lumens (lower than LT1)Smaller size means less stability when standingMay be complicated for beginners due to advanced UI
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