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Sofirn SP35T vs ThruNite TC15 V3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. Sofirn SP35T stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Sofirn SP35T stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP35T stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP35T stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP35T stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 340% 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$49.95Cheapest
Weight
87 g (3.07 oz)Heaviest
74 g (2.61 oz)Lightest
Length
139.5 mm (5.49 in)Longest
122.5 mm (4.82 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3800 lmHighest output
2403 lmLowest output
Max candela
19625 cdHighest candela
12450 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
250 m (820 ft)Highest
223 m (732 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
13200 minLongest runtime
3000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 Li-ion
18650
Charging type
USB-C charging port (5V/2A)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Unknown
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useOutdoor useEmergency and power outage use
Everyday carryGeneral useTactical applications
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
High maximum brightness outputCompact and lightweight designBuilt-in USB-C chargingGood runtime on multiple modesIncluded battery and accessoriesRugged anodized aluminum body
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
Cool white LED tint is high CCT and may appear too blue for some usersCannot cycle from moonlight directly to other modesSlight battery rattle with flat top 18650 batteriesBody tube reversible but light will not function in reversed orientation
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