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Sofirn Q8 Plus vs Sofirn Q8 Pro

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 400% 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.

Sofirn Q8 Plus — Beam distance: 554 m (1818 ft)Sofirn Q8 Plus — Max candela: 222916 cdSofirn Q8 Plus — Weight: 492 g (17.35 oz)Sofirn Q8 Plus — Length: 133 mm (5.24 in)Sofirn Q8 Plus — Retail price: US$104.29Sofirn Q8 Plus — Max lumens: 16000 lmSofirn Q8 Pro — Beam distance: 456 m (1496 ft)Sofirn Q8 Pro — Max candela: 52000 cdSofirn Q8 Pro — Weight: 408 g (14.39 oz)Sofirn Q8 Pro — Length: 134 mm (5.28 in)Sofirn Q8 Pro — Retail price: US$90.99Sofirn Q8 Pro — Max lumens: 11000 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$104.29Most expensive
US$90.99Cheapest
Weight
492 g (17.35 oz)Heaviest
408 g (14.39 oz)Lightest
Length
133 mm (5.24 in)Shortest
134 mm (5.28 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
16000 lmHighest output
11000 lmLowest output
Max candela
222916 cdHighest candela
52000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
554 m (1818 ft)Highest
456 m (1496 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
600 minLongest runtime
120 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
3 x 21700 Li-ion batteries
4 x 18650
Charging type
USB-C charging and discharging port
USB-C with dual onboard charging and powerbank reverse charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8 (to 2 meters)
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy
Aluminum with stainless steel bezel
Use case profile
Best for
HuntingSearchingSurvival kitEmergencyCampingOutdoor activitiesLong runtime use
Outdoor survivalEmergency useSearch and rescueVersatile high output flood flashlight
Common praise
Very bright output with a daylight-like beamLong sustained runtime at 1800 lumensFlexible and advanced user interfaceBuilt-in USB-C charging and discharging portIPX8 water resistance and durable aluminum body
High maximum output (11,000 lumens)Versatile Anduril 2 UI with many modes and rampingDual USB-C charging and reverse power bank functionRobust build quality with aluminum body and stainless steel bezelGood thermal management with cooling finsIncluded quality 3000mAh 18650 batteriesTripod mountableReliable flicker-free E-switch with indicator LEDs
Common complaints
Heavy weight for daily carryOutput claims can be misleading without FL1 standardFlat top battery compatibility issues causing contact problemsThermal management limits sustained high output without additional cooling
Large and heavy for everyday carry; not pocket friendly for small handsNo magnetic tailcap and no pocket clip includedDiffuser included is plastic and fragileAnnodizing may wear off over time on cooling finsWarranty and price vary by seller

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