Comparison Console
Fenix CL27R vs Sofirn SP36 BLF
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 3% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SP36 BLF stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 253% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix CL27R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 18900% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix CL27R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP36 BLF stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL27R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP36 BLF stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 253% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP36 BLF stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL27R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 18900% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL27R stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP36 BLF stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 11% 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
US$72.99
Weight
300 g (10.58 oz)Lightest
310 g (10.93 oz)Heaviest
Length
110 mm (4.33 in)Shortest
122 mm (4.80 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmLowest output
5650 lmHighest output
Max candela
8223 cdLowest candela
11000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
180 m (591 ft)Lowest
210 m (689 ft)Highest
Max runtime
17100 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion (Fenix ARB-L21-5000 V2.0)
3x 18650 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IPX8 waterproof
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aluminum alloy front case and polycarbonate body
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
CampingOutdoor WorkPower OutagesEmergency LightingIndustrial Maintenance
Flood LightingCampingOutdoor UseEmergencies
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
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
Magnetic Base Is Not Very Strong And May Struggle To Hold SecurelyHandle Looseness Requiring Adjustment To Maintain Position
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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