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Sofirn SP36 BLF vs ThruNite Catapult Pro

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SP36 BLF stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 108% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SP36 BLF stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Lightest

ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Sofirn SP36 BLF stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Sofirn SP36 BLF stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 108% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Sofirn SP36 BLF stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Sofirn SP36 BLF stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 23% 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.

Sofirn SP36 BLF — Beam distance: 210 m (689 ft)Sofirn SP36 BLF — Max candela: 11000 cdSofirn SP36 BLF — Weight: 310 g (10.93 oz)Sofirn SP36 BLF — Length: 122 mm (4.80 in)Sofirn SP36 BLF — Max lumens: 5650 lmSofirn SP36 BLF — Max runtime: 90 minThruNite Catapult Pro — Beam distance: 1000 m (3281 ft)ThruNite Catapult Pro — Max candela: 252500 cdThruNite Catapult Pro — Weight: 307 g (10.83 oz)ThruNite Catapult Pro — Length: 150.6 mm (5.93 in)ThruNite Catapult Pro — Max lumens: 2713 lmThruNite Catapult Pro — Max runtime: 89 minBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthMax lumensMax runtime
Price & carry
Retail price
US$72.99
Unknown
Weight
310 g (10.93 oz)Heaviest
307 g (10.83 oz)Lightest
Length
122 mm (4.80 in)Shortest
150.6 mm (5.93 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
5650 lmHighest output
2713 lmLowest output
Max candela
11000 cdLowest candela
252500 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
210 m (689 ft)Lowest
1000 m (3281 ft)Highest
Max runtime
90 minLongest runtime
89 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
3x 18650 rechargeable lithium-ion
1 x 26650 Li-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 waterproof
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aluminum
Aluminium with hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣Flood Lighting▣Camping▣Outdoor Use▣Emergencies
▣Long Range Throw▣General Purpose Use▣Everyday Jacket Or Cargo Pocket Carry
Common praise
✓Bright Output With Strong Flood Beam✓Good Build Quality With Solid Feel✓USB C Charging And Powerbank Feature✓Anduril 2 Ui Offers Extensive Functionality✓High Cri LED For Natural Color✓Waterproof And Impact Resistant✓Reasonable Price Value Ratio
✓High Output Thrower With Good Beam Distance✓Solid Build Quality With Excellent Machining And Anodizing✓USB C Onboard Charging Included✓Comes With A Comprehensive Accessory Kit Including Battery And Holster
Common complaints
⚠Relatively Heavy And Bulky For Pocket Carry⚠No Electronic Lockout Necessitates Physical Lockout⚠No Pocket Clip Included⚠May Require Separate Charger For Batteries If Purchased Without Cells
⚠Heavier And Larger Than Previous Catapult V6 Model⚠Requires USB A To USB C Cable For Charging (USB C To USB C Unsupported)⚠Electronic Lockout Interface Somewhat Complex⚠Thermal Regulation Uses Timed Step Down Rather Than Continuous Active Cooling

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