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Acebeam L25 vs Sofirn SP36 BLF
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam L25 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SP36 BLF stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SP36 BLF stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 465% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn SP36 BLF stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L25 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L25 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP36 BLF stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L25 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP36 BLF stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 465% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP36 BLF stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L25 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 49567% 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$79.9Most expensive
US$72.99Cheapest
Weight
236 g (8.32 oz)Lightest
310 g (10.93 oz)Heaviest
Length
166 mm (6.54 in)Longest
122 mm (4.80 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
5650 lmHighest output
Max candela
33800 cdHighest candela
11000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
370 m (1214 ft)Highest
210 m (689 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
44700 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 or 2x CR123A
3x 18650 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8
IPX8 waterproof
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft-grade aluminum with Type III hard-anodized finish
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useExtended operation in challenging conditionsHandheld and vehicle-mounted use
Flood lightingCampingOutdoor useEmergencies
Common praise
High output of 1000 lumensTough aircraft-grade aluminum constructionWaterproof IPX-8 ratingLong runtime on low mode
Bright output with strong flood beamGood build quality with solid feelUSB-C charging and powerbank featureAnduril 2 UI offers extensive functionalityHigh CRI LED for natural colorWaterproof and impact resistantReasonable price-value ratio
Common complaints
No rechargeable battery includedNo built-in charging capability
Relatively heavy and bulky for pocket carryNo electronic lockout necessitates physical lockoutNo pocket clip includedMay require separate charger for batteries if purchased without cells
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