Comparison Console
Sofirn SP33S vs ThruNite BSS V5
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SP33S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 87% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP33S stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP33S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 87% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP33S stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP33S stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 13% 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
US$75.99
Weight
150 g (5.29 oz)Heaviest
147 g (5.19 oz)Lightest
Length
126 mm (4.96 in)Shortest
143 mm (5.63 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
5000 lmHighest output
2676 lmLowest output
Max candela
Unknown
16200 cd
Beam distance
264 m (866 ft)Highest
255 m (837 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
100 minShortest runtime
151 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
26650 or 21700 rechargeable Li-ion
18650 Li-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB-C internal charging
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX-8 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
Unknown
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aluminum alloy, T6061-T6
Aluminium Alloy
Use case profile
Best for
EDCCampingHikingOutdoor activities
EDCTactical useWeapon mounting
Common praise
High maximum brightness at 5000 lumensStable output with boost driverConvenient USB-C charging with powerbank capabilityGood build quality with flat tailcap for stable tailstandingNo PWM (pulse-width modulation) in light output
High turbo output of 2676 lumensUSB-C onboard chargingSolid build with aluminium alloy bodyDual switch interface with tactical tail switch and electronic side switchIncludes accessories like battery, pocket clip, nylon pouch, charging cable, red filter, spare O-rings and manual
Common complaints
Can turn off under strong vibrations due to brass button contact designSome color tint shift in beamLimited thermal regulation leading to output ramping on turbo mode
Slightly green/yellow tint on low modesPocket clip allows only bezel-down tail carryCharging port can be slightly crooked
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