Comparison Console
Sofirn Q8 Plus vs Sofirn Q8 Plus
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the shortest throw option for beam distance, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the longest throw option for beam distance, with about a 9% 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$76.99Cheapest
US$104.29Most expensive
Weight
492 g (17.35 oz)
492 g (17.35 oz)
Length
133 mm (5.24 in)
133 mm (5.24 in)
Output
Max lumens
16000 lm
16000 lm
Max candela
Unknown
222916 cd
Beam distance
507 m (1663 ft)Lowest
554 m (1818 ft)Highest
Max runtime
1080 minLongest runtime
600 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
3x 21700 Li-Ion batteries
3 x 21700 Li-ion batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C charging and discharging port
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aerospace grade 6061 aluminum alloy
Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
CampingSearch and rescueWorkOutdoor companionHikingEmergency preparedness
HuntingSearchingSurvival kitEmergencyCampingOutdoor activitiesLong runtime use
Common praise
Extremely bright output (16000 lumens)Long runtime with sustained high brightnessUSB-C charge and power bank capabilitiesDurable aerospace-grade aluminum buildIPX8 water resistanceVersatile Anduril 2.0 user interface with many modes
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
Common complaints
Weight is quite heavy for EDC (492 grams without batteries)Large size may not fit standard pocketsSome users note advice to fully tighten tailcap for waterproofingNo magnetic tailcap or pocket clip included
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
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