Sofirn SC31 Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite T1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SC31 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
ThruNite T1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Sofirn SC31 Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Sofirn SC31 Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
ThruNite T1 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
ThruNite T1 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Sofirn SC31 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Sofirn SC31 Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
ThruNite T1 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 600% 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.
Aerospace grade 6061 aluminum alloy with hard-anodized finish
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
▣EDC▣Budget enthusiasts▣Camping▣Home backup▣Outdoor use▣General purpose handheld use
▣Everyday carry (EDC)▣Compact portable illumination▣Hands-free use via magnetic tailcap or clip
Common praise
✓Excellent value for money with advanced Anduril controls✓Strong maximum output for the price✓Rechargeable and uses replaceable 18650 battery✓Compact and lightweight design✓USB-C charging convenience✓Magnetic tail cap for hands-free use
✓Compact and lightweight design✓Powerful 1500 lumen output with balanced beam✓USB rechargeable with included 1100mAh battery✓Magnetic tailcap for hands-free use✓Multiple modes including stepless dimming and strobe✓Good build quality with anodized aluminum body✓IPX8 water resistance
Common complaints
⚠Output steps down from max after initial period⚠Interface complexity might be challenging for beginners
⚠Turbo mode sustains max output only about 3 minutes before stepping down⚠Clip design requires two-handed operation to attach⚠Lower modes exhibit some green tint shift (older CW variants)⚠Charging current conservative (around 0.5A)⚠TIR optic with plastic lens may scratch over time