Comparison Console
Sofirn Q8 Plus vs ThruNite Catapult V7
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Catapult V7 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 299% 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 23% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V7 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V7 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V7 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 299% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult V7 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 29% 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$99.95Most expensive
Weight
492 g (17.35 oz)Heaviest
358 g (12.63 oz)Lightest
Length
133 mm (5.24 in)Shortest
172 mm (6.77 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
16000 lmHighest output
4010 lmLowest output
Max candela
Unknown
254475 cd
Beam distance
507 m (1663 ft)Lowest
1009 m (3310 ft)Highest
Max runtime
1080 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
3x 21700 Li-Ion batteries
1 × 26800 Li-ion battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
Unknown
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aerospace grade 6061 aluminum alloy
Aerospace-grade aluminum, Type III hard-anodized
Use case profile
Best for
CampingSearch and rescueWorkOutdoor companionHikingEmergency preparedness
Long-range throwSearch and rescueNight hikingVehicle emergency light
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
Outstanding beam intensity and throw exceeding 1 kmSolid build quality with aerospace-grade aluminum and reliable anodizingPhysical dial lock switch prevents accidental activationIncludes holster and lanyard for carrying versatilityOnboard USB-C charging and power bank functionality
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
Large size and weight reduce pocketabilityNo official IP rating specifiedLimited runtime details available
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