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Sofirn LT1 Lantern vs Sofirn LT1S
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Sofirn LT1S stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn LT1S stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn LT1S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn LT1S stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT1 Lantern stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT1S stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT1 Lantern stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT1 Lantern stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT1S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT1S stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT1 Lantern stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 140% 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$69.99Most expensive
US$40.29Cheapest
Weight
405 g (14.29 oz)Heaviest
339 g (11.96 oz)Lightest
Length
176 mm (6.93 in)Longest
97 mm (3.82 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
800 lmLowest output
1200 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
600 cd
Beam distance
Unknown
49 m (161 ft)
Max runtime
720 minLongest runtime
300 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4 x 18650 lithium-ion
1x 21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IPX8 (manufacturer), IPX4 (some reviewers)
Impact resistance
Unknown
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aluminum alloy
6061 aircraft-grade aluminum with type 3 hard anodized coating
Use case profile
Best for
CampingHikingOutdoor useEmergency lighting
CampingHikingCar campingFestival useOvernight outdoor activitiesEmergency preparednessGeneral portable lantern use
Common praise
High output brightnessLong runtime (up to 12 hours)Stepless adjustable color temperatureRugged and waterproof buildAnduril 2.0 firmware with many modes
Versatile dual white and red light modesGood runtime and brightness balancePower bank charging capabilityDurable build quality with anodized aluminumMagnetic base and sturdy hanging hook for flexible placementAffordable price compared to competitors
Common complaints
Some find the weight (405g) heavy compared to smaller lanternsNo tripod mounting threadBeam distance not specified
User interface not as intuitive as Anduril 2IPX4 rating in some reviews limits heavy rain useWeight heavier than ultralight backpacking lightsThreads and spring in tailcap can be stiffPackaging is basic
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