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Sofirn SC13 vs ThruNite Saber
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Sofirn SC13 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SC13 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SC13 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn SC13 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC13 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC13 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC13 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, 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$18.6Cheapest
US$25.95Most expensive
Weight
40 g (1.41 oz)Lightest
56 g (1.98 oz)Heaviest
Length
64.6 mm (2.54 in)Shortest
96.5 mm (3.80 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1300 lmHighest output
659 lmLowest output
Max candela
Unknown
7555 cd
Beam distance
150 m (492 ft)Highest
141 m (463 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1050 minShortest runtime
1140 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18350 lithium ion
1 x AA alkaline or 1 x 14500 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C on battery cell with included USB to USB-C cable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX-8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Daily carryCampingHikingEmergency useDog walkingFishingPocket carryHands-free use with hat clip or magnetic tail
Everyday carryOutdoor activitiesEmergency use
Common praise
Compact and lightweight designHigh maximum brightness with multiple output levelsDurability with IP68 waterproof rating and 1 meter impact resistanceUSB-C charging convenienceGood color rendering with high CRI LED (Nichia 519A)Versatile modes including strobeMagnetic tail and hat clip for hands-free use
Compact size and lightweight designAbility to run on widely available AA or rechargeable 14500 batteryIncluded USB-C rechargeable battery and cableSimple and effective two-mode UI reducing complexityGood beam throw and tight beam profile
Common complaints
Reports of potential battery spring failure leading to device overheating (not confirmed as a common issue)
Low CRI output (under 70)Limited to two modes onlyNo built-in charging port on flashlight body, charging occurs on batteryTailcap unscrews at the head end, which can confuse some users
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