Comparison Console
Sofirn ST2 Max vs ThruNite TC20 Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite TC20 Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn ST2 Max stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC20 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn ST2 Max stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC20 Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC20 Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn ST2 Max stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn ST2 Max stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC20 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC20 Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn ST2 Max stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 42900% 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$62.99Cheapest
US$75.95Most expensive
Weight
244 g (8.61 oz)Heaviest
242.5 g (8.55 oz)Lightest
Length
113 mm (4.45 in)Shortest
118.1 mm (4.65 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmLowest output
3294 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
30400 cd
Beam distance
Unknown
348 m (1142 ft)
Max runtime
25800 minLongest runtime
60 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2x 18650 rechargeable lithium-ion cells
1x 26650
Charging type
USB-C charging
USB-C on-board charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX6
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Aluminum alloy
Aluminum with Type III Hard-Anodized black finish
Use case profile
Best for
Work lightOutdoor activitiesGaragesJob sitesEDCHands-free use via rotating head and magnetic base
EDC useHikingCampingHuntingGeneral household and outdoor activities
Common praise
Versatile multi-light functionality (white, red, UV)Long runtime up to 430 hours on low modeSolid build quality and robust rotating headUSB-C charging convenienceGood magnetic tail for hands-free use
High maximum output of over 3,200 lumensSustains over 1,400 lumens for 1 hour 40 minutesGood build quality with premium anodized aluminum bodyUSB-C on-board charging with included cableNeutral tint with minimal color shiftSimple and easy to use interfaceFlat tailcap allows stable tailstandingComes with useful accessories such as holster, lanyard, spare o-rings and port covers
Common complaints
Relatively heavy and large for pocket carrySomewhat tight USB-C port coverNo pocket clip includedBeam distance and candela not clearly specified
Slightly chunky size due to 26650 batteryNo pocket clip includedLanyard attachment point has a slightly sharp edgeStepdown occurs a few minutes after turbo activationLimited UI modes and no ramping interface
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