Comparison Console
Olight M1X Striker vs Sofirn SC31 Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Sofirn SC31 Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Olight M1X Striker stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% 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
Olight M1X Striker stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC31 Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC31 Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M1X Striker stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M1X Striker stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% 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.
Olight M1X Striker stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC31 Pro stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 29% 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$40.75Cheapest
US$46.99Most expensive
Weight
65 g (2.29 oz)Heaviest
62 g (2.19 oz)Lightest
Length
91 mm (3.58 in)Shortest
117.5 mm (4.63 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmLowest output
2000 lmHighest output
Max candela
2350 cdLowest candela
14600 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
97 m (318 ft)Lowest
242 m (794 ft)Highest
Max runtime
Unknown
120 min
Power & durability
Battery type
CR123A / 16340 Lithium-ion
18650 rechargeable Li-ion
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8
Impact resistance
Unknown
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aerospace grade aluminum alloy, hard-anodized Type III
Aerospace grade 6061 aluminum alloy with hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Self-defenseOutdoor activitiesCamping
EDCBudget enthusiastsCampingHome backupOutdoor useGeneral purpose handheld use
Common praise
Excellent build quality with aircraft-grade aluminumSimple and intuitive two-mode interfaceSmooth and well-balanced beam from TIR lensReliable mechanical tail switch with positive tactile feedbackConvenient reversible pocket clip for different carry methods
Excellent value for money with advanced Anduril controlsStrong maximum output for the priceRechargeable and uses replaceable 18650 batteryCompact and lightweight designUSB-C charging convenienceMagnetic tail cap for hands-free use
Common complaints
Limited runtime at highest outputNo strobe or SOS modesBattery sold separately (either CR123A disposable or 16340 rechargeable)
Output steps down from max after initial periodInterface complexity might be challenging for beginners
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