Comparison Console
Sofirn SC31T vs ThruNite BSS W1
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SC31T stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 189% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC31T stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC31T stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC31T stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 189% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC31T stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1240% 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$31Most expensive
US$24Cheapest
Weight
67 g (2.36 oz)Heaviest
51.5 g (1.82 oz)Lightest
Length
125.5 mm (4.94 in)Longest
67 mm (2.64 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2000 lmHighest output
693 lmLowest output
Max candela
14832 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
243.6 m (799 ft)
Unknown
Max runtime
1380 minLongest runtime
103 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 lithium-ion
16340 rechargeable Li-ion
Charging type
USB-C (built-in)
MicroUSB onboard charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useEDCHigh output illuminationRechargeable convenience
EDC for new usersCompact small EDC useDeep pocket carry
Common praise
High maximum output of 2000 lumensDual switch interface for tactical useIntegrated USB-C charging with included cableGood build quality with anodized aluminum bodyIncludes comprehensive accessory kit (battery, clip, lanyard, spare o-rings)Affordable price point around 30 USDMemorable simple and functional user interface
Compact and lightweight designDeep carry pocket clipAffordable price pointStrong magnetic tailcapSimple and intuitive user interface
Common complaints
PWM present on most modes though fairly fast and mostly unnoticeableOscillating temperature regulation on turbo modeClip is a friction-fit, unidirectional, and not deep-carryTailstanding is unstable due to cutouts and switch cap designOutput may not fully meet manufacturer spec at sustained turboSome users prefer Anduril UI available on Pro variant
Short turbo runtime (1 minute before stepdown)MicroUSB charging instead of USB-CNo lockout mode except mechanical twistGreen tint on lower modesLED centering not perfect
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