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Sofirn SC29 vs ThruNite TN12 V6

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

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Sofirn SC29 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SC29 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 24375% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Lightest

Sofirn SC29 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Sofirn SC29 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Sofirn SC29 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 24375% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Sofirn SC29 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 10% 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 SC29 — Beam distance: 255.1 m (837 ft)Sofirn SC29 — Max candela: 16272 cdSofirn SC29 — Weight: 76.5 g (2.70 oz)Sofirn SC29 — Length: 120.9 mm (4.76 in)Sofirn SC29 — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)Sofirn SC29 — Max lumens: 3000 lmThruNite TN12 V6 — Beam distance: 259 m (850 ft)ThruNite TN12 V6 — Max candela: 16800 cdThruNite TN12 V6 — Weight: 87.5 g (3.09 oz)ThruNite TN12 V6 — Length: 133.5 mm (5.26 in)ThruNite TN12 V6 — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)ThruNite TN12 V6 — Max lumens: 1950 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthImpact resistanceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
Unknown
US$80
Weight
76.5 g (2.70 oz)Lightest
87.5 g (3.09 oz)Heaviest
Length
120.9 mm (4.76 in)Shortest
133.5 mm (5.26 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmHighest output
1950 lmLowest output
Max candela
16272 cdLowest candela
16800 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
255.1 m (837 ft)Lowest
259 m (850 ft)Highest
Max runtime
240 minShortest runtime
58740 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 (Sofirn branded 5000mAh flat top)
1x 3400mAh 18650 rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Unknown
Aircraft-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum, Type III anodized
Use case profile
Best for
▣EDC▣Good Balance Of Output And Runtime▣Value Oriented
▣EDC▣Duty▣Camping▣Emergencies▣Law Enforcement▣Search And Rescue
Common praise
✓Good Balance Between High Output And Runtime✓Unique Tir Optic Providing Good Beam Quality✓Ip68 Waterproof Rating With USB C Charging✓Comfortable And Functional Design✓Lockout Mode For Safety
✓High Maximum Brightness Of 1950 Lumens✓No Accidental Pocket Activation Due To Tail Switch On/off✓Good Runtime With Multiple Brightness Modes✓USB C Rechargeable With Battery Included✓Compact And Durable Aircraft Grade Aluminum Build✓Waterproof To Ipx8 And Impact Resistant To 1.5 Meters
Common complaints
⚠The Magnetic Tailcap Magnet Is Relatively Weak⚠Clip Can Scratch Anodization With Use⚠Battery Tube Knurling Style May Not Suit All Users⚠Some Discrepancy In Reported Weight
⚠Tint Shift Issues On Beam Color, Especially In Lower Modes⚠The Side Switch Cover May Get Loose If Caught In Pocket⚠Emitter (sst 70) Not Ideal For Maximum Tint Or Throw Extremes

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