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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 Tasks▣Compact EDC▣Both Flood And Focused Beam Use
▣EDC▣Budget Enthusiasts▣Camping▣Home Backup▣Outdoor Use▣General Purpose Handheld Use
Common praise
✓Compact And Lightweight Design✓Versatile Lighting With Flood And Focused Beam✓High Cri For Quality Light✓Waterproof With Solid Durability✓USB C Rechargeable Battery Included
✓Excellent Value For Money With Advanced Anduril Controls✓Strong Maximum Output For The Price✓Rechargeable And Uses Replaceable 18650 Battery✓Compact And Lightweight Design✓USB C Charging Convenience✓Magnetic 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 Period⚠Interface Complexity Might Be Challenging For Beginners

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