Sofirn SC33 vs ThruNite BSS V6 size comparison
The ThruNite BSS V6 is 15 mm (0.59 in) longer than the Sofirn SC33, and 7 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs without battery), so compare them with care.
The ThruNite BSS V6 is 15 mm (0.59 in) longer than the Sofirn SC33, and 7 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs without battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Sofirn SC33 Check price ↗ | ThruNite BSS V6 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 131 mm (5.16 in) | 146 mm (5.75 in)+15 mm |
| Head / width | 32 mm (1.26 in) | 25 mm (0.98 in)−7 mm |
| Body | — | 24 mm (0.94 in) |
| Weight | 110 g without battery | 97 g listed |
| Battery | 21700 | 18650 |
| Max output | 5,200 lm | 2,000 lm |
| Throw | — | 259 m |
| Type | EDC | Tactical |
| Price | from $41.99 at flashlightgo.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $49.99 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | flashlightgo.com sourced Only head diameter listed | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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SC33 vs BSS V6: how they differ
Size and weight
The Sofirn SC33 is the shorter light: 131 mm (5.16 in) against 146 mm (5.75 in), a difference of 15 mm (10%). At its widest point the ThruNite BSS V6 is 7 mm slimmer (25 vs 32 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Sofirn SC33: 110 g without battery; ThruNite BSS V6: 97 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Sofirn SC33 is rated brighter: 5,200 lm maximum vs 2,000 lm for the ThruNite BSS V6, 160% more.
Battery
The Sofirn SC33 runs on a removable 21700 battery; the ThruNite BSS V6 runs on a removable 18650 battery. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a 18650 about 18 × 65 mm (nominal).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Sofirn SC33 was from $41.99 at flashlightgo.com and the ThruNite BSS V6 $49.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the Sofirn SC33 cost $8.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
The Sofirn SC33 is listed as edc and the ThruNite BSS V6 as tactical, so they suit different jobs.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Sofirn SC33 if you want a shorter light (15 mm shorter) and more output (5,200 lm vs 2,000 lm). Choose the ThruNite BSS V6 if you want a slimmer profile (7 mm narrower). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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SC33 vs BSS V6 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Sofirn SC33 or the ThruNite BSS V6?
The Sofirn SC33 is the shorter light: 131 mm (5.16 in) against 146 mm (5.75 in), a difference of 15 mm (10%). At its widest point the ThruNite BSS V6 is 7 mm slimmer (25 vs 32 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Sofirn SC33: 110 g without battery; ThruNite BSS V6: 97 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Sofirn SC33 or the ThruNite BSS V6?
The Sofirn SC33 is rated brighter: 5,200 lm maximum vs 2,000 lm for the ThruNite BSS V6, 160% more.
Which is cheaper, the Sofirn SC33 or the ThruNite BSS V6?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Sofirn SC33 was from $41.99 at flashlightgo.com and the ThruNite BSS V6 $49.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the Sofirn SC33 cost $8.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Sofirn SC33 and ThruNite BSS V6 use the same battery?
The Sofirn SC33 runs on a removable 21700 battery; the ThruNite BSS V6 runs on a removable 18650 battery. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a 18650 about 18 × 65 mm (nominal).
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Sources
- Sofirn SC33: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by flashlightgo.com. Price from $41.99 from flashlightgo.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- ThruNite BSS V6: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $49.99 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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