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Sofirn SC31B vs ThruNite TC15 V2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Sofirn SC31B stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SC31B stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC15 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 153% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn SC31B stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC31B stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 188% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC31B stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 153% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC31B stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V2 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 11% 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$38.95Cheapest
US$45Most expensive
Weight
59 g (2.08 oz)Lightest
170 g (6.00 oz)Heaviest
Length
117.5 mm (4.63 in)Shortest
130 mm (5.12 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
2531 lmHighest output
Max candela
10750 cdLowest candela
11352 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
207 m (679 ft)Lowest
213 m (699 ft)Highest
Max runtime
4800 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 rechargeable lithium-ion
18650 lithium-ion
Charging type
Micro USB
USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
Unknown
IPX8
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
6061 Aluminum Alloy
Aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)Home UseOutdoor Activities Such As Camping, Hiking, Caving, Dog Walking, Fishing
Daily CarryEmergency UseOutdoor Activities
Common praise
Good Value Budget LightUSB Charging IncludedStrong Pocket ClipSimple And Easy User InterfaceSolid Build Quality With Anodised Finish And Gold Plated Springs
High Output BrightnessCompact SizeUSB RechargeableAffordable PriceGood Build Quality
Common complaints
No Dedicated Ultra Low Moonlight ModeMode Memory Can Be Inconvenient To Access Lowest ModesClip Is Not Reversible And Protrudes Beyond Light LengthMicro USB Instead Of USB C ChargingNo Lanyard Included In Some Packages
Battery Life Shorter At Highest OutputLess Grip Due To Grooves Instead Of Knurling
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