Comparison Console
Fenix E28R V2.0 vs Sofirn IF23 Multicolor
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Sofirn IF23 Multicolor stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn IF23 Multicolor stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn IF23 Multicolor stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 135% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn IF23 Multicolor stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 119% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 Multicolor stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 Multicolor stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 135% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 Multicolor stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 10300% 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$64.95Most expensive
US$29.7Cheapest
Weight
128 g (4.52 oz)Heaviest
125 g (4.41 oz)Lightest
Length
121 mm (4.76 in)Longest
120.5 mm (4.74 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmLowest output
4000 lmHighest output
Max candela
18588 cdHighest candela
15160 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
273 m (896 ft)Highest
247 m (810 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
15600 minLongest runtime
150 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1×18650 lithium-ion (ARB-L18-3400) or 2×CR123A
21700 Li-Ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Military-grade anodised aluminium, stainless steel, toughened mineral glass, polycarbonate
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Daily commutingCampingHikingHands-free use with magnetic tail
EDCOutdoor useIndoor usePower outages
Common praise
High output for sizeVersatile lighting modes including warning lightsUSB-C fast chargingSolid build quality and finishMagnetic tail for hands-free useGood runtime on lower modes
High brightness outputVersatile beam and floodlight comboCompact yet durable constructionUSB-C charging and power bank functionality
Common complaints
Slightly heavy for pocket carryTailcap is glued and only removable by tailNo included pouchBeam tint cooler and CRI moderate
Complex user interface with multiple button presses
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