Comparison Console
Sofirn SP40 vs ThruNite Thrower
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Sofirn SP40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SP40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Thrower stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn SP40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP40 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP40 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 9% 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$36Cheapest
US$50Most expensive
Weight
93 g (3.28 oz)Lightest
109 g (3.84 oz)Heaviest
Length
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
109 mm (4.29 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1200 lmLowest output
1755 lmHighest output
Max candela
4520 cdLowest candela
26100 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
136 m (446 ft)Lowest
323 m (1060 ft)Highest
Max runtime
13200 minShortest runtime
14400 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x18650 Li-Ion
18650
Charging type
Micro-USB
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IPX8
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
CampingHikingIndustrial useClose-range workBudget headlamp use
BikingSkateboardingTrail runningLong distance beam requirements
Common praise
High lumen output for priceGood beam quality with Cree XP-L LED and OP reflectorLightweight and comfortable headbandDurable aluminum construction with good waterproofingMagnetic tailcap for hands-free useLow voltage protection to safeguard battery
Very good throw performance with 26,100 cd intensityIncluded 3400mAh 18650 batteryGreat runtime on low and medium modesComfortable and adjustable headbandSimple and straightforward UI with direct access to firefly and turbo modes
Common complaints
Lack of a moonlight modeHeadband loops are somewhat tightClip could be deeper to improve balanceNo USB-C charging (uses micro-USB)
Warm on turbo output causing some heat and neck fatigue when worn on headSlight rattling or wiggle of the battery inside the tubeThin rubber flap sealing USB-C portNo magnetic tailcapTailcap threads can be a bit gritty
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