Comparison Console
Nitecore NU06 LE vs Sofirn SC32
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Sofirn SC32 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SC32 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 13233% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore NU06 LE stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 341% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn SC32 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU06 LE stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU06 LE stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC32 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 13233% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC32 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU06 LE stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 341% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU06 LE stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC32 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 239% 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$26.95Most expensive
US$24.99Cheapest
Weight
15 g (0.53 oz)
Unknown
Length
29.5 mm (1.16 in)Shortest
100 mm (3.94 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
15 lmLowest output
2000 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
Unknown
Beam distance
200 m (656 ft)Lowest
214 m (702 ft)Highest
Max runtime
4500 minLongest runtime
1020 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Model specific rechargeable Li-ion battery
1 x 18650 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Highest
0.91 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Polycarbonate
6061 aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Outdoor activitiesLaw enforcement personnelAttachment to bags, helmets, MOLLE systems, hook-and-loop surfaces
Night workCar repairingCampingEDC (everyday carry)
Common praise
Versatile mounting with magnetic, hook-and-loop, MOLLE bracketsLong runtime for its sizeCompact and lightweight designEffective multi-color signaling with multiple modes
High maximum brightness of 2000 lumensCompact size fits coin pocketConvenient USB-C chargingGood runtime especially on low modesTactical and practical user interface with tail switch and ramping modeDurable aluminum body with high water resistance
Common complaints
Limited maximum brightness (15 lumens)Limited impact resistance (1 meter)
Can get hot quickly when used on high or turbo mode for extended periodsSome users reported LED burnout in long-term use
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