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Fenix LD15R vs Sofirn SC31 Pro

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Fenix LD15R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SC31 Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SC31 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 300% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Sofirn SC31 Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Fenix LD15R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Fenix LD15R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Sofirn SC31 Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix LD15R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Sofirn SC31 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 300% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Fenix LD15R stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

Sofirn SC31 Pro stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 49% 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.

Fenix LD15R — Beam distance: 123 m (404 ft)Fenix LD15R — Max candela: 3800 cdFenix LD15R — Weight: 42.5 g (1.50 oz)Fenix LD15R — Length: 78.74 mm (3.10 in)Fenix LD15R — Retail price: US$55Fenix LD15R — Max lumens: 500 lmSofirn SC31 Pro — Beam distance: 242 m (794 ft)Sofirn SC31 Pro — Max candela: 14600 cdSofirn SC31 Pro — Weight: 62 g (2.19 oz)Sofirn SC31 Pro — Length: 117.5 mm (4.63 in)Sofirn SC31 Pro — Retail price: US$46.99Sofirn SC31 Pro — Max lumens: 2000 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$55Most expensive
US$46.99Cheapest
Weight
42.5 g (1.50 oz)Lightest
62 g (2.19 oz)Heaviest
Length
78.74 mm (3.10 in)Shortest
117.5 mm (4.63 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmLowest output
2000 lmHighest output
Max candela
3800 cdLowest candela
14600 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
123 m (404 ft)Lowest
242 m (794 ft)Highest
Max runtime
120 min
120 min
Power & durability
Battery type
CR123A
18650 rechargeable Li-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP67+
IPX8
Impact resistance
Unknown
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aluminium
Aerospace grade 6061 aluminum alloy with hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Right angle tasksCompact EDCBoth flood and focused beam use
EDCBudget enthusiastsCampingHome backupOutdoor useGeneral purpose handheld use
Common praise
Compact and lightweight designVersatile lighting with flood and focused beamHigh CRI for quality lightWaterproof with solid durabilityUSB-C rechargeable battery included
Excellent value for money with advanced Anduril controlsStrong maximum output for the priceRechargeable and uses replaceable 18650 batteryCompact and lightweight designUSB-C charging convenienceMagnetic tail cap for hands-free use
Common complaints
Relatively short high mode runtime (2 hours)Price may be higher in some markets
Output steps down from max after initial periodInterface complexity might be challenging for beginners

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