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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