Comparison Console
Acebeam T36 vs Sofirn SD05
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam T36 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SD05 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SD05 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn SD05 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T36 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 261% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T36 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SD05 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T36 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SD05 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SD05 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T36 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 7982% 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$129.9Most expensive
US$35.99Cheapest
Weight
113 g (3.99 oz)Lightest
120 g (4.23 oz)Heaviest
Length
145 mm (5.71 in)Longest
119 mm (4.69 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2100 lmLowest output
3000 lmHighest output
Max candela
23870 cdLowest candela
36225 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
309 m (1014 ft)Highest
271 m (889 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
7920 minLongest runtime
98 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
External charger via micro-USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 / waterproof under water 5m
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with premium Type III Hard Anodized Anti-abrasive finish
Aircraft-grade aluminum alloy with hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Self-defenseEveryday carryHuntingSearch & rescueLaw enforcementOutdoor activities
Scuba diving up to 100 metersCampingHuntingGeneral outdoor use
Common praise
Solid tactical design with dual switch setup4000K tint offers nice color renderingUSB-C charging convenient and fastCompact size with sturdy feel and firm gripGood beam distance and output balance
High output brightness up to 3000 lumensGood build quality and anodization finishSolid waterproofing confirmed to 100 metersStable runtime and no PWM detectedEasy and intuitive rotary dial interfaceIncludes battery, charger, and lanyard in package
Common complaints
Can get hot quickly at highest outputMedium mode brightness lower than some users would preferLong shipping time from China to USA in some cases
Lack of grip on body tubeNo pocket clip or magnet for carryNo SOS or strobe modesSome desire for wider tint optionCharging is external only, not built-in
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