Comparison Console
Fenix CL27R vs Sofirn SF47T
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix CL27R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix CL27R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SF47T stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 245% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix CL27R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SF47T stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SF47T stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL27R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL27R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SF47T stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 245% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL27R stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SF47T stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 125% 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
Unknown
Unknown
Weight
300 g (10.58 oz)Lightest
315 g (11.11 oz)Heaviest
Length
110 mm (4.33 in)Shortest
247.5 mm (9.74 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmHighest output
1500 lmLowest output
Max candela
8223 cdLowest candela
150000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
180 m (591 ft)Lowest
775 m (2543 ft)Highest
Max runtime
17100 minShortest runtime
58920 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion (Fenix ARB-L21-5000 V2.0)
2x 21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
Micro USB charger included (output 2x1A)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IPX8 (up to 2m)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aluminum alloy front case and polycarbonate body
Aerospace grade 6061 aluminum alloy, hard-anodized Type III
Use case profile
Best for
CampingOutdoor WorkPower OutagesEmergency LightingIndustrial Maintenance
Long Range SearchHuntingSearch And RescueSecurity Patrols
Common praise
Powerful Brightness With Up To 1600 LumensAdjustable Brightness And Color TemperatureDurable Construction With Ip66 Rating And 1m Impact ResistanceSmooth And Intuitive Rotary Switch ControlsMultiple Lighting Modes Including Red Light For Night VisionUSB C Rechargeable With Included BatteryMagnetic Base And Tripod Mount For Versatile Placement
Long Throw Performance With A Tight, Concentrated BeamAdvanced Thermal Regulation For Sustained OutputGood Build Quality With Aero Grade Aluminum And Type Iii Hard AnodizingComes With Complete Kit Including Batteries And Charger
Common complaints
Magnetic Base Is Not Very Strong And May Struggle To Hold SecurelyHandle Looseness Requiring Adjustment To Maintain Position
Large Size Requiring Two Hands To OperateNo Full Length Knurling On The Tube For GripRequires Button Top Batteries; Flat Top IncompatibleSome Dust Found Inside Reflector In SamplesSpot Beam Very Tight, Which May Not Be Preferred By All Users
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