Comparison Console
Sofirn LT1S Lantern vs ThruNite TC15 V2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite TC15 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC15 V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC15 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 406% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TC15 V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT1S Lantern stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT1S Lantern stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT1S Lantern stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 406% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT1S Lantern stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V2 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 34% 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$45.59Most expensive
US$45Cheapest
Weight
338.9 g (11.95 oz)Heaviest
170 g (6.00 oz)Lightest
Length
97.3 mm (3.83 in)Shortest
130 mm (5.12 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmLowest output
2531 lmHighest output
Max candela
82.5 cdLowest candela
11352 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
18 m (59 ft)Lowest
213 m (699 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3330 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 lithium-ion rechargeable
18650 lithium-ion
Charging type
USB-C charging port (3A charge current)
USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8
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
Daily carryEmergency useOutdoor activities
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
High output brightnessCompact sizeUSB rechargeableAffordable priceGood build quality
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
Battery life shorter at highest outputLess grip due to grooves instead of knurling
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