Comparison Console
Sofirn Q8 Plus vs ThruNite Catapult Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 490% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 490% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1000% 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$104.29Most expensive
US$90Cheapest
Weight
492 g (17.35 oz)Heaviest
308 g (10.86 oz)Lightest
Length
133 mm (5.24 in)Shortest
150.5 mm (5.93 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
16000 lmHighest output
2713 lmLowest output
Max candela
222916 cdLowest candela
252000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
554 m (1818 ft)Lowest
1005 m (3297 ft)Highest
Max runtime
600 minShortest runtime
6600 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
3 x 21700 Li-ion batteries
1x 26650 Li-ion rechargeable battery (5000mAh)
Charging type
USB-C charging and discharging port
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8 (2 meters)
Impact resistance
Unknown
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy
Aerospace-grade aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
HuntingSearchingSurvival kitEmergencyCampingOutdoor activitiesLong runtime use
Long range throwOutdoor activities needing powerful beamGeneral purpose use where reach is important
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
Excellent build quality with aerospace-grade aluminumHigh maximum output and long throw distanceSmooth ramping interface for customizable brightnessGood runtime performanceComprehensive accessory kit includedReliable electronic lockout featureUSB-C fast charging capability
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
Larger size limits pocket EDC carryRamping speed slightly slow for some usersElectronic lockout adds UI complexityLight steps down output sharply on low voltage protection
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