Comparison Console
Sofirn SC31T vs ThruNite Saber 2A
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SC31T stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 203% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC31T stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC31T stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC31T stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 203% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC31T stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 726% 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$25.95Cheapest
Weight
67 g (2.36 oz)Heaviest
56.2 g (1.98 oz)Lightest
Length
125.5 mm (4.94 in)Longest
96.5 mm (3.80 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2000 lmHighest output
659 lmLowest output
Max candela
14832 cdHighest candela
7555 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
243.6 m (799 ft)Highest
142 m (466 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1380 minShortest runtime
11400 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 lithium-ion
1x AA alkaline or rechargeable NiMH, or 1x 14500 lithium-ion (included)
Charging type
USB-C (built-in)
USB-C charging via included 14500 battery
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Aluminum
Aluminum body with PMMA TIR optic lens
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useEDCHigh output illuminationRechargeable convenience
EDCEveryday carryLaw enforcementSecurityEmergency useMedical servicesCampingDuty light
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 for pocket carryHigh output and good beam throwAbility to run on both AA and 14500 batteriesUSB-C charging included with the batterySimple and intuitive two-mode UIDurable IPX8 waterproof design
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
Tail switch is firm and may be hard for some to pressLow mode is relatively bright and not very low
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