Comparison Console
Olight i5R EOS 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 37% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SC32 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 471% gap from the closest alternative. Olight i5R EOS stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 118% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn SC32 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC32 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 471% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC32 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 118% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC32 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 5% 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$39.95Most expensive
US$24.99Cheapest
Weight
60 g (2.12 oz)
Unknown
Length
95.4 mm (3.76 in)Shortest
100 mm (3.94 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
350 lmLowest output
2000 lmHighest output
Max candela
1247 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
70.6 m (232 ft)Lowest
214 m (702 ft)Highest
Max runtime
2220 minLongest runtime
1020 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Custom 2.4V rechargeable lithium-ion cell (called "14500" but non-standard)
1 x 18650 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8
Impact resistance
Unknown
0.91 m (3 ft)
Material
Aerospace grade aluminum alloy
6061 aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
EDCUsers wanting a dual-chemistry cell flashlightThose appreciating unique plum color
Night workCar repairingCampingEDC (everyday carry)
Common praise
Unique plum color with attractive finishCompact size for everyday carrySolid light performance up to 350 lumensIncludes custom rechargeable 2.4V lithium-ion cell and USB-C charging
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
Included specialized 2.4V cell not compatible with standard 14500 chargers or batteriesSpring edge can snag battery when screwing on tailcap without modification
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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