Comparison Console
Nitecore P16 TAC vs Sofirn Q8 Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore P16 TAC stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P16 TAC stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1000% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore P16 TAC stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P16 TAC stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P16 TAC stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1000% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P16 TAC stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 29900% 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$85Cheapest
US$90.99Most expensive
Weight
245 g (8.64 oz)Lightest
408 g (14.39 oz)Heaviest
Length
151 mm (5.94 in)Longest
134 mm (5.28 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
11000 lmHighest output
Max candela
22500 cdLowest candela
52000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
300 m (984 ft)Lowest
456 m (1496 ft)Highest
Max runtime
36000 minLongest runtime
120 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 Li-ion or 2 x CR123A batteries
4 x 18650
Charging type
Unknown
USB-C with dual onboard charging and powerbank reverse charging
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8
IPX8 (to 2 meters)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aero grade aluminium alloy with HAIII military grade hard anodised finish
Aluminum with stainless steel bezel
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useOutdoor activitiesEmergency situationsEDC
Outdoor survivalEmergency useSearch and rescueVersatile high output flood flashlight
Common praise
High maximum brightnessLong runtime on ultra-low modeMultiple brightness levelsDurable construction with military grade anodized finishWaterproof to IPX-8Impact resistant to 1.5 metersTactical tail switch with side switch for easy one-hand use
High maximum output (11,000 lumens)Versatile Anduril 2 UI with many modes and rampingDual USB-C charging and reverse power bank functionRobust build quality with aluminum body and stainless steel bezelGood thermal management with cooling finsIncluded quality 3000mAh 18650 batteriesTripod mountableReliable flicker-free E-switch with indicator LEDs
Common complaints
Batteries not included in some packagesWeight slightly heavier than compact keychain lights
Large and heavy for everyday carry; not pocket friendly for small handsNo magnetic tailcap and no pocket clip includedDiffuser included is plastic and fragileAnnodizing may wear off over time on cooling finsWarranty and price vary by seller
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