ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 113% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Sofirn LT1 Lantern stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Sofirn LT1 Lantern stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 111% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Sofirn LT1 Lantern stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 113% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Sofirn LT1 Lantern stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 300% 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.
Aircraft grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣Camping▣Hiking▣Outdoor use▣Emergency lighting
▣Long-range EDC▣Camping▣Search and rescue▣Outdoor tactical use
Common praise
✓High output brightness✓Long runtime (up to 12 hours)✓Stepless adjustable color temperature✓Rugged and waterproof build✓Anduril 2.0 firmware with many modes
✓Excellent beam throw and intensity✓Good build quality and solid machining✓Simple and functional UI✓Includes belt holster and lanyard
Common complaints
⚠Some find the weight (405g) heavy compared to smaller lanterns⚠No tripod mounting thread⚠Beam distance not specified
⚠Too large for pocket carry⚠Side switch can feel cheap and has some travel and rock⚠Thermal regulation only after timed stepdown⚠Electronic lockout considered unnecessary by some users