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Nitecore P35i vs Sofirn SF47T
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore P35i stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P35i stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SF47T stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1537% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore P35i stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SF47T stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SF47T stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P35i stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P35i stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SF47T stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1537% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P35i stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SF47T stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 32% 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$324
Unknown
Weight
296.6 g (10.46 oz)Lightest
315 g (11.11 oz)Heaviest
Length
186.9 mm (7.36 in)Shortest
247.5 mm (9.74 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmHighest output
1500 lmLowest output
Max candela
678000 cdHighest candela
150000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1650 m (5413 ft)Highest
775 m (2543 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3600 minShortest runtime
58920 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-ion rechargeable (Nitecore 21700i 5000mAh) compatible with CR123/RCR123
2x 21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB-C fast charging
Micro USB charger included (output 2x1A)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2m submersion)
IPX8 (up to 2m)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy with military-grade hard-anodized finish
Aerospace grade 6061 aluminum alloy, hard-anodized Type III
Use case profile
Best for
Search & Rescue (extreme long-range visibility)Hunting (precision LEP spotlight)Tactical & Law Enforcement (strobe, OLED display, remote switch compatibility)Industrial & Emergency Use (bright floodlight)Outdoor & Survival (rugged and long runtime)
Long-range searchHuntingSearch and rescueSecurity patrols
Common praise
Exceptional long-range beam distance (1650 meters)High output brightness (3000 lumens)Versatile lighting modes (Spot, Flood, Mix)OLED display providing real-time infoDurable construction with IP68 ratingLong runtime up to 60 hours on low modeUSB-C fast charging convenience
Long throw performance with a tight, concentrated beamAdvanced thermal regulation for sustained outputGood build quality with aero grade aluminum and type III hard anodizingComes with complete kit including batteries and charger
Common complaints
LEP mode has a 30-second time constraint due to overheating protection
Large size requiring two hands to operateNo full-length knurling on the tube for gripRequires button top batteries; flat top incompatibleSome dust found inside reflector in samplesSpot beam very tight, which may not be preferred by all users
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