Comparison Console
Sofirn SF47T vs ThruNite Catapult Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SF47T stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 66102% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SF47T stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SF47T stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SF47T stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 66102% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SF47T stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 64% 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
Unknown
Unknown
Weight
315 g (11.11 oz)Heaviest
307 g (10.83 oz)Lightest
Length
247.5 mm (9.74 in)Longest
150.6 mm (5.93 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1500 lmLowest output
2713 lmHighest output
Max candela
150000 cdLowest candela
252500 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
775 m (2543 ft)Lowest
1000 m (3281 ft)Highest
Max runtime
58920 minLongest runtime
89 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2x 21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
1 x 26650 Li-ion
Charging type
Micro USB charger included (output 2x1A)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (up to 2m)
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aerospace grade 6061 aluminum alloy, hard-anodized Type III
Aluminium with hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range searchHuntingSearch and rescueSecurity patrols
Long range throwGeneral purpose useEveryday jacket or cargo pocket carry
Common praise
Long throw performance with a tight, concentrated beamAdvanced thermal regulation for sustained outputGood build quality with aero grade aluminum and type III hard anodizingComes with complete kit including batteries and charger
High output thrower with good beam distanceSolid build quality with excellent machining and anodizingUSB-C onboard charging includedComes with a comprehensive accessory kit including battery and holster
Common complaints
Large size requiring two hands to operateNo full-length knurling on the tube for gripRequires button top batteries; flat top incompatibleSome dust found inside reflector in samplesSpot beam very tight, which may not be preferred by all users
Heavier and larger than previous Catapult V6 modelRequires USB-A to USB-C cable for charging (USB-C to USB-C unsupported)Electronic lockout interface somewhat complexThermal regulation uses timed step-down rather than continuous active cooling
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