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Nextorch iStar vs Silva Smini

What iStar does better (2) and where Smini wins (0) — every spec side by side.

Nextorch iStar
Nextorch · 2025iStar
6.6Score
2 advantages≈ $45
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Silva Smini
Silva · 2024Smini
5.6Score
0 advantages≈ $45
4.8Brightness & throw3.5
7.5Build & durability7.4

Why is iStar better than Smini?

  1. Maximum output450 lm vs 250 lm+80%
  2. Water protection (IPx)IPx8 vs IPx7+14%

Why is Smini better than iStar?

Smini has no measurable advantages in this pair.

Specifications

Side by side

Nextorch iStarNextorch iStar≈ $456.6
Silva SminiSilva Smini≈ $455.6
Light output
Maximum output450 lm250 lm
Beam distance (ANSI FL1)80 m80 m
Light sourceLEDLED
Battery & charging
Battery—Built-in Li-ion / Li-Po
Maximum runtime—20 h
Rechargeable—Yes
Charging time—3 h
Build & durability
Water protection (IPx)IPx8IPx7
Submersible to1.5 m—
Body material—Plastic / polymer
Size & weight
Weight—53 g
Modes & features
Red light—Yes
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