ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn LT1S stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 126% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Sofirn LT1S stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 123% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Sofirn LT1S stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Sofirn LT1S stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 126% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Sofirn LT1S stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2100% 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
Aerospace-grade aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
▣Camping▣Hiking▣Car Camping▣Festival Use▣Overnight Outdoor Activities▣Emergency Preparedness▣General Portable Lantern Use
▣Long Range Throw▣Outdoor Activities Needing Powerful Beam▣General Purpose Use Where Reach Is Important
Common praise
✓Versatile Dual White And Red Light Modes✓Good Runtime And Brightness Balance✓Power Bank Charging Capability✓Durable Build Quality With Anodized Aluminum✓Magnetic Base And Sturdy Hanging Hook For Flexible Placement✓Affordable Price Compared To Competitors
✓Excellent Build Quality With Aerospace Grade Aluminum✓High Maximum Output And Long Throw Distance✓Smooth Ramping Interface For Customizable Brightness✓Good Runtime Performance✓Comprehensive Accessory Kit Included✓Reliable Electronic Lockout Feature✓USB C Fast Charging Capability
Common complaints
⚠User Interface Not As Intuitive As Anduril 2⚠Ipx4 Rating In Some Reviews Limits Heavy Rain Use⚠Weight Heavier Than Ultralight Backpacking Lights⚠Threads And Spring In Tailcap Can Be Stiff⚠Packaging Is Basic
⚠Larger Size Limits Pocket EDC Carry⚠Ramping Speed Slightly Slow For Some Users⚠Electronic Lockout Adds Ui Complexity⚠Light Steps Down Output Sharply On Low Voltage Protection