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Sofirn Q8 Pro vs ThruNite Catapult Pro

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

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ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 305% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 305% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 5400% 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 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 lmThruNite Catapult Pro — Beam distance: 1005 m (3297 ft)ThruNite Catapult Pro — Max candela: 252000 cdThruNite Catapult Pro — Weight: 308 g (10.86 oz)ThruNite Catapult Pro — Length: 150.5 mm (5.93 in)ThruNite Catapult Pro — Retail price: US$90ThruNite Catapult Pro — Max lumens: 2713 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$90.99Most expensive
US$90Cheapest
Weight
408 g (14.39 oz)Heaviest
308 g (10.86 oz)Lightest
Length
134 mm (5.28 in)Shortest
150.5 mm (5.93 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
11000 lmHighest output
2713 lmLowest output
Max candela
52000 cdLowest candela
252000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
456 m (1496 ft)Lowest
1005 m (3297 ft)Highest
Max runtime
120 minShortest runtime
6600 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4 x 18650
1x 26650 Li-ion rechargeable battery (5000mAh)
Charging type
USB-C with dual onboard charging and powerbank reverse charging
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (to 2 meters)
IPX8 (2 meters)
Impact resistance
Unknown
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aluminum with stainless steel bezel
Aerospace-grade aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
▣Outdoor Survival▣Emergency Use▣Search And Rescue▣Versatile High Output Flood Flashlight
▣Long Range Throw▣Outdoor Activities Needing Powerful Beam▣General Purpose Use Where Reach Is Important
Common praise
✓High Maximum Output (11,000 Lumens)✓Versatile Anduril 2 Ui With Many Modes And Ramping✓Dual USB C Charging And Reverse Power Bank Function✓Robust Build Quality With Aluminum Body And Stainless Steel Bezel✓Good Thermal Management With Cooling Fins✓Included Quality 3000mah 18650 Batteries✓Tripod Mountable✓Reliable Flicker Free E Switch With Indicator Leds
✓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
⚠Large And Heavy For Everyday Carry; Not Pocket Friendly For Small Hands⚠No Magnetic Tailcap And No Pocket Clip Included⚠Diffuser Included Is Plastic And Fragile⚠Annodizing May Wear Off Over Time On Cooling Fins⚠Warranty And Price Vary By Seller
⚠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

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