Comparison Console
Sofirn LT1S Lantern vs Sofirn ST2 Max
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Sofirn ST2 Max stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn LT1S Lantern stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn ST2 Max stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 500% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn LT1S Lantern stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn ST2 Max stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn ST2 Max stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT1S Lantern stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT1S Lantern stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn ST2 Max stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 500% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT1S Lantern stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 87% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn ST2 Max stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 675% 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$45.59Cheapest
US$62.99Most expensive
Weight
338.9 g (11.95 oz)Heaviest
244 g (8.61 oz)Lightest
Length
97.3 mm (3.83 in)Shortest
113 mm (4.45 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmLowest output
3000 lmHighest output
Max candela
82.5 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
18 m (59 ft)
Unknown
Max runtime
3330 minShortest runtime
25800 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 lithium-ion rechargeable
2x 18650 rechargeable lithium-ion cells
Charging type
USB-C charging port (3A charge current)
USB-C charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX6
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
6061 aircraft-grade aluminum body with type 3 hard anodized coating, plastic diffuser
Aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
CampingHikingEmergency LightingPower OutagesGeneral Outdoor Use
Work LightOutdoor ActivitiesGaragesJob SitesEDCHands Free Use Via Rotating Head And Magnetic Base
Common praise
Compact Size And Good Portability For A LanternSmooth Ramping And Stepped Modes With Both Warm And Cool White LightIncludes Red Light Modes For Night UseUSB C Onboard Charging With Powerbank OutputSolid Build Quality With Aluminum Body And Ipx8 WaterproofingLong Battery Runtime Up To Over 500 Hours On Low Moonlight Mode
Versatile Multi Light Functionality (white, Red, Uv)Long Runtime Up To 430 Hours On Low ModeSolid Build Quality And Robust Rotating HeadUSB C Charging ConvenienceGood Magnetic Tail For Hands Free Use
Common complaints
No Tripod Mount Or Magnetic TailcapCharging Port On Top May Be Vulnerable To MoistureTailcap Threads Stiff Due To Large SpringsUser Interface Can Be A Bit Complex With Multiple ClicksNo Direct Shortcut To Turbo From OnMechanical Lockout Twist Can Be Tricky
Relatively Heavy And Large For Pocket CarrySomewhat Tight USB C Port CoverNo Pocket Clip IncludedBeam Distance And Candela Not Clearly Specified
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