Comparison Console
Sofirn SP35T vs ThruNite T1
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite T1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite T1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SP35T stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 153% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite T1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP35T stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP35T stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP35T stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 153% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP35T stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1471% 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$49.99Most expensive
US$45.95Cheapest
Weight
87 g (3.07 oz)Heaviest
71.5 g (2.52 oz)Lightest
Length
139.5 mm (5.49 in)Longest
69.5 mm (2.74 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3800 lmHighest output
1500 lmLowest output
Max candela
19625 cdHighest candela
2600 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
250 m (820 ft)Highest
102 m (335 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
13200 minLongest runtime
840 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 Li-ion
1x 18350 rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Charging type
USB-C charging port (5V/2A)
USB Micro-USB port (charging cable included)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8 (2 meters)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Unknown
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useOutdoor useEmergency and power outage use
Everyday carry (EDC)Compact portable illuminationHands-free use via magnetic tailcap or clip
Common praise
High maximum output up to 3800 lumens with a wide beam and decent throw (about 250 m)Includes a 5000mAh 21700 battery with USB-C chargingGood grip and build quality with IPX8 waterproof ratingTactical tail switch plus side electronic switch allows flexible UILong maximum runtime up to 220 hours (over 9 days) on lowest mode
Compact and lightweight designPowerful 1500 lumen output with balanced beamUSB rechargeable with included 1100mAh batteryMagnetic tailcap for hands-free useMultiple modes including stepless dimming and strobeGood build quality with anodized aluminum bodyIPX8 water resistance
Common complaints
Turbo mode steps down quickly after a few minutes due to thermal regulationSofirn's brand support is slower compared to competitorsSome may find the flashlight length (about 140 mm) a bit long for EDCNo magnetic tailcapBeam may show some tint shift typical for XHP50.2 emitter
Turbo mode sustains max output only about 3 minutes before stepping downClip design requires two-handed operation to attachLower modes exhibit some green tint shift (older CW variants)Charging current conservative (around 0.5A)TIR optic with plastic lens may scratch over time
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