Comparison Console
Sofirn IF22A vs ThruNite BSS V5
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn IF22A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn IF22A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 153% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF22A stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF22A stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF22A stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 26% 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$29.99Cheapest
US$75.99Most expensive
Weight
155 g (5.47 oz)Heaviest
147 g (5.19 oz)Lightest
Length
129 mm (5.08 in)Shortest
143 mm (5.63 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2100 lmLowest output
2676 lmHighest output
Max candela
116000 cdHighest candela
16200 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
680 m (2231 ft)Highest
255 m (837 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
120 minShortest runtime
151 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700
18650 Li-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX-8 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aluminum
Aluminium Alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Throwing light long distancesEDC for those wanting high lumen output and long beam distance
EDCTactical useWeapon mounting
Common praise
Exceptional throw performance for its sizeHigh lumen outputConvenient USB-C charging and power bank functionalityTop-tier waterproof rating (IPX8)Excellent value for performance
High turbo output of 2676 lumensUSB-C onboard chargingSolid build with aluminium alloy bodyDual switch interface with tactical tail switch and electronic side switchIncludes accessories like battery, pocket clip, nylon pouch, charging cable, red filter, spare O-rings and manual
Common complaints
Heavier than typical pocket-carry flashlightsSwitch may be hard to locate in the dark due to rounded design
Slightly green/yellow tint on low modesPocket clip allows only bezel-down tail carryCharging port can be slightly crooked
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