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Nitecore NU06 LE vs Sofirn IF22A

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

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Nitecore NU06 LE stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore NU06 LE stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn IF22A stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 13900% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Nitecore NU06 LE stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Sofirn IF22A stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Nitecore NU06 LE stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Sofirn IF22A stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 933% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Nitecore NU06 LE stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Sofirn IF22A stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 13900% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Sofirn IF22A stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Nitecore NU06 LE stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3650% 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.

Nitecore NU06 LE — Beam distance: 200 m (656 ft)Nitecore NU06 LE — Weight: 15 g (0.53 oz)Nitecore NU06 LE — Length: 29.5 mm (1.16 in)Nitecore NU06 LE — Retail price: US$26.95Nitecore NU06 LE — Max lumens: 15 lmNitecore NU06 LE — Max runtime: 4500 minSofirn IF22A — Beam distance: 680 m (2231 ft)Sofirn IF22A — Weight: 155 g (5.47 oz)Sofirn IF22A — Length: 129 mm (5.08 in)Sofirn IF22A — Retail price: US$29.99Sofirn IF22A — Max lumens: 2100 lmSofirn IF22A — Max runtime: 120 minBeam distanceWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumensMax runtime
Price & carry
Retail price
US$26.95Cheapest
US$29.99Most expensive
Weight
15 g (0.53 oz)Lightest
155 g (5.47 oz)Heaviest
Length
29.5 mm (1.16 in)Shortest
129 mm (5.08 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
15 lmLowest output
2100 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
116000 cd
Beam distance
200 m (656 ft)Lowest
680 m (2231 ft)Highest
Max runtime
4500 minLongest runtime
120 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Model specific rechargeable Li-ion battery
21700
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Polycarbonate
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
▣Outdoor Activities▣Law Enforcement Personnel▣Attachment To Bags, Helmets, MOLLE Systems, Hook And Loop Surfaces
▣Throwing Light Long Distances▣EDC For Those Wanting High Lumen Output And Long Beam Distance
Common praise
✓Versatile Mounting With Magnetic, Hook And Loop, MOLLE Brackets✓Long Runtime For Its Size✓Compact And Lightweight Design✓Effective Multi Color Signaling With Multiple Modes
✓Exceptional Throw Performance For Its Size✓High Lumen Output✓Convenient USB C Charging And Power Bank Functionality✓Top Tier Waterproof Rating (ipx8)✓Excellent Value For Performance
Common complaints
⚠Limited Maximum Brightness (15 Lumens)⚠Limited Impact Resistance (1 Meter)
⚠Heavier Than Typical Pocket Carry Flashlights⚠Switch May Be Hard To Locate In The Dark Due To Rounded Design

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