Equipment Comparison

Profoto Lights vs Godox Alternatives: Finding the Right Lighting for Your Photography

When it comes to professional photography lighting, Profoto has long been regarded as an industry standard. Known for reliability, precision, and exceptional build quality, Profoto lights are a top choice for many studios and commercial photographers. However, the premium pricing often makes them less accessible for enthusiasts, freelancers, or growing studios.

Enter Godox; a brand that has rapidly grown in popularity by offering high-quality, affordable lighting solutions that rival their Profoto counterparts, making it easier than ever to build a professional setup without breaking the bank.

In this blog, we’ll compare some of the most popular Profoto lights with their Godox equivalents, helping you choose the right option for your needs and budget that can also fill the gap in ex-Profoto setups.

Profoto A2 vs Godox AD100Pro

Profoto A2: A super compact 100ws flash, the A2 is a perfect pocket-sized lighting solution, with HSS and a 1/8000s flash duration. With AirX connectivity, you can shoot with any camera, and shoot with a 10-stop power range, making for a super handy portable lighting option.
Godox AD100Pro: A similarly-sized 100ws flash, though slightly lighter, the AD100Pro has a magnetic modifier mount built-in, and similar 1/8000s flash duration, as well as HSS/TTL capabilities. Though it can only be controlled via compatible trigger, the AD100Pro is still a more than suitable option for those looking for an A2 alternative.


Profoto A2 100ws Flash	Godox AD100Pro Super-Compact 100Ws Battery Powered Flash
£707.50 Approx	RRP £297.99

Profoto B10 and Profoto B20 vs Godox AD300Pro

Profoto B10: Compact, powerful, and versatile. It delivers 250Ws of output in a portable package, with a 10-stop range and flash duration as fast as
1/14000 when using freeze mode, making it perfect for on-location shoots.
Profoto B20: The newer model and equivalent of the B10, the B20 has a similar construction and 250ws output, with additions of a wider 11-stop power range, AirX Connectivity for easy control your smartphone, and 400 full-powered flashes per full charge.
Godox AD300Pro: A near-equivalent with 300Ws of power, TTL and HSS support, and a lightweight design. The AD300Pro features a Godox Mount fitting, as well as speedlite and Bowens S2 Adapter compatibility, giving you access to a huge selection of modifiers to pair with it, though it does have a lower flash duration of 1/10,200s, the AD300Pro is a fraction of the price, and has a slightly more compact design, making it a great alternative for portrait and event photographers.


Profoto B10 250ws Flash	Profoto B20 250ws Flash (Current Model)	Godox AD300Pro Super-Compact 300Ws Battery Powered Flash
£1,499 Approx, Discontinued	£1,739.00 Approx	RRP £496.99

See similar: AD300 PRO Flash vs the Profoto B10

Profoto B10X vs Godox AD200Pro

Profoto B10X: Like the original B10, the B10X has a 250w output, with a wider colour temperature selection and a faster recycle time of 0.05-1.3 seconds. Capable of up to 400 full-powered flashes on a full charge, the B10X is also adjustable up to 10 stops.
Godox AD200Pro II: With slightly less power of 200ws, but a much lighter frame and interchangeable flash heads, the AD200Pro II is a close enough equivalent for offering an in-studio or on-location flash solution, capable of up to 500 full-powered flashes per full charge. This flash has a recycle time range of 0.01 ~ 1.8s and new bi-colour modelling lamps, as well as a similar 10-stop power range like the B10X.


Profoto B10X 250ws Flash	AD200Pro II 200Ws Portable Battery Flash
£1,449 Approx, Discontinued	RRP £348.00

Profoto B1X and B1X Plus vs Godox AD600Pro II

Profoto B1X and B1X Plus: Some Profoto's flagship portable flashes, with 500Ws of power, TTL, and HSS, designed for demanding professionals. Larger scale lights, the B1X and B1X Plus have recycle times of approx 0.05 – 2.38s, and weigh around 2kg. The Plus model does have a continuous light option however, which the B1X and AD600Pro II don't.
Godox AD600Pro II: A powerful 600Ws strobe with faster recycling times of 0.01s～0.9s and a Bowens S-Type modifier fitting, the AD600Pro II is a great alternative to the Profoto B1X flashes. This flash achieves up to 360 full-powered flashes per charge (more than the B1X) despite it's higher output, and has a bi-colour modelling lamp which can be used as a continuous light, as well as new expanded colour-coded group options and a full colour TFT screen.


Profoto B1X 500ws Flash	AD600Pro II 600Ws Battery Flash
£2,649.00 Approx, Discontinued	RRP £828.99

See similar: B10X vs the Godox AD600Pro Flash

Profoto D2 vs Godox DPIIIV Series

Profoto D2: A mains-powered studio workhorse with fast recycle times and excellent colour accuracy. In 500ws and 1000ws, these flashes are great for packing a punch for maximum lighting control, and are adjustable for 10 stops, with quick recycle times of 0.03-0.6 s. Designed to be able to handle super high-speed action shots and freezing movement, with the addition of HSS and TTL features, the D2s are studio staples.
Godox DPIIIV Series: Available in 400ws, 600ws, 800ws, and 1000ws versions, the Godox DPIIIV Series is the closest equivalent to the Profoto D2, thanks to it's mains-powered construction high-power options. With flash durations as fast as 1/800~1/2,000s, and fast 0.1-1s recycle times, these flashes are great for capturing movement and action. The DP Series, however, does not have TTL or HSS compatibility and is manual only.


Profoto D2 in 500ws and 1000ws	Godox DPIIIV Series Flashes in 400ws, 600ws, 800ws, 1000ws
Discontinued, Listings found at approx £2,000.00	RRP £208.00-£397.00

See similar: B10X vs the Godox AD600Pro Flash

Profoto D30 vs the Godox QTIII Range

Profoto D30: A mains-powered, high‐speed monolight delivering 500Ws of flash capacity over an 11-stop range. Its recycle times are as low as 0.01s -0.8s depending on power level, and it includes a bi-colour LED modelling light, built-in wireless (AirX) with TTL and HSS support and multiple flash modes.

Godox QTIII Series: The QTIII are mains-powered studio strobes available in several power levels including 400Ws, 600Ws and 1,200Ws, designed for speed and short flash durations. They offer recycle times from 0.01 to ~0.9 s, depending on power output. High-Speed Mode t0.1 flash durations reach values as fast as 1/26,100s, though the QTs don't have TTL compatibility. The closest mains alternatives to the D30, the QTIII's are great for studio shooting of all kinds, with different output options depending on your needs.


Profoto D30 500ws Mains Flash	Godox QTIII Mains Flashes 400ws/600ws/1200ws
£1,449 Approx	RRP £348.00

Profoto A10 vs Godox V1Pro

Profoto A10: A compact round-head speedlite, the A10 is a popular Profoto on-camera flash option, with TTL and HSS features, as well as a magnetic modifier mount. Offering up to 450 flashes per full charge, and 11-stops of power adjustment with it's 76ws output.
Godox V1Pro: A direct competitor with a magnetic round head design, TTL, HSS, and a powerful lithium-ion battery, the V1Pro is Godox's answer to the A10. A much more affordable option, the V1Pro matches the 76ws output, and has the addition of the SU-1 bounce flash attachment on the front to add fill lighting. Reaching up to 500 flashes per full charge, the V1Pro outperforms the A10 in shoot length, though has a smaller power range.


Profoto A10 On-Camera Flash	Godox V1Pro Round-Head 76ws Speedlight
£959 Approx	RRP £308.00

Why Choose Godox from EssentialPhoto & Video?

High quality lighting equipment without the premium price tag opens up creative possibilities for so many more photographers and creatives within the industry! For those that can't afford to splash out on £1000s of equipment for one setup, Godox are known for their affordability and offer a much more accessible entry into photography lighting, or similarly, expansion of existing equipment or studio gear.

If you're looking to upgrade or swap your Profoto lights for something a bit newer or more affordable, then Godox has the selection of equipment to pick from, with on and off-camera equipment available.

Shopping Godox equipment at EssentialPhoto & Video means that you receive up to 12-months warranty cover for the kit you rely on for your work, and gives you access to UK Repairs and Support from our Customer Service team. As Godox's Official UK Distributor, we at EssentialPhoto & Video offer the largest selection of Godox equipment for British customers, and in-depth knowledge of Godox products. Just get in touch with your queries!

*All Profoto product prices have been taken from older sources or averaged from a number of existing retail sources, and were accurate at the time of writing*

Godox is a world-renowned brand & leading manufacturer for professional studio lighting equipment. Renowned for their high quality and innovative products, they lead the Film, TV and Photography industries with professional lighting.

EssentialPhoto & Video is the Official Godox Partner and UK Distributor, stocking the widest range of Godox kit in the UK, offering a 12 Month Warranty*, and Customer Support and after-sales repair at our Birmingham-based store. All Godox stock is dispatched from our warehouse in the West Midlands, UK.