ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 467% 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 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Sofirn LT1S Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Sofirn LT1S Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Sofirn LT1S Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 467% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
ThruNite Catapult V6 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Sofirn LT1S Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 462% 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.
6061 aircraft-grade aluminum with type 3 hard anodized coating
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
▣Camping▣Backyard lighting▣Emergency power outages▣Hiking▣Everyday tasks▣Night vision preservation
▣Long-range illumination▣High output▣Thrower use▣Portable handheld use
Common praise
✓Pleasant tint range from 2700K to 5000K without greenness or violet✓Versatile Anduril 2 user interface with advanced customization✓Good build quality with strong metal hanger✓Excellent powerbank output via USB-C✓Long runtime with 5000mAh 21700 included
✓High lumen output (~2800 lumens)✓Exceptional throw (~745 meters)✓Onboard USB-C charging✓Good build quality and finish✓Includes quality 26650 battery and accessories
Common complaints
⚠Complex user interface requiring initial user configuration⚠Visible and audible PWM at low and medium brightness levels⚠Nearly invisible low moonlight brightness with default settings⚠Manual is incomplete and partly incorrect⚠Turbo mode steps down quickly due to thermal and battery safety
⚠Relatively large and heavy for pocket carry⚠Switch has some travel and feels less refined⚠Only available in cool white LED⚠Body milling less aggressive on grip