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Sofirn IF22A vs ThruNite T2

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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ThruNite T2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn IF22A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite T2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Sofirn IF22A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

ThruNite T2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

ThruNite T2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Sofirn IF22A stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Sofirn IF22A stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

ThruNite T2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

ThruNite T2 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

Sofirn IF22A stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 15% 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.

Sofirn IF22A — Beam distance: 680 m (2231 ft)Sofirn IF22A — Max candela: 116000 cdSofirn IF22A — Weight: 155 g (5.47 oz)Sofirn IF22A — Length: 129 mm (5.08 in)Sofirn IF22A — Retail price: US$29.99Sofirn IF22A — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)ThruNite T2 — Beam distance: 270 m (886 ft)ThruNite T2 — Max candela: 20000 cdThruNite T2 — Weight: 131 g (4.62 oz)ThruNite T2 — Length: 112 mm (4.41 in)ThruNite T2 — Retail price: US$49.95ThruNite T2 — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$29.99Cheapest
US$49.95Most expensive
Weight
155 g (5.47 oz)Heaviest
131 g (4.62 oz)Lightest
Length
129 mm (5.08 in)Longest
112 mm (4.41 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2100 lmLowest output
3757 lmHighest output
Max candela
116000 cdHighest candela
20000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
680 m (2231 ft)Highest
270 m (886 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
120 min
120 min
Power & durability
Battery type
21700
21700
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C (no PD support)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aluminum
6061 aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
▣Throwing Light Long Distances▣EDC For Those Wanting High Lumen Output And Long Beam Distance
▣EDC Flood Light▣Outdoor Use▣Tactical And Law Enforcement (temporary Disorientation)
Common praise
✓Exceptional Throw Performance For Its Size✓High Lumen Output✓Convenient USB C Charging And Power Bank Functionality✓Top Tier Waterproof Rating (ipx8)✓Excellent Value For Performance
✓High Lumen Output And Good Flood Beam✓Compact Size And Relatively Lightweight For A 21700 Light✓Includes High Quality 5000mah Battery And Accessories✓Reliable USB C Onboard Charging✓Well Made Aluminum Construction With Good Grip✓Soft But Positive E Switch Feedback
Common complaints
⚠Heavier Than Typical Pocket Carry Flashlights⚠Switch May Be Hard To Locate In The Dark Due To Rounded Design
⚠Beam Has Tint Shift With Some Green In Neutral White⚠No Built In Electronic Lockout, Must Physically Lock Tail Cap⚠Mode Spacing Is Wide Between Medium And High⚠No USB C Pd Charging Support, Uses USB A To C Cable⚠Tail Clip Is Deep Carry But Harder To Attach On Pocket Due To Design⚠No Memory For Modes, Resets To Default On Power Cycle

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