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Sofirn D25LR vs Sofirn SD05

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

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Sofirn D25LR stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn D25LR stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SD05 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 408% gap from the closest alternative.

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What stands out

Cheapest

Sofirn D25LR stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Sofirn SD05 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Sofirn D25LR stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Sofirn SD05 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Sofirn D25LR stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Sofirn SD05 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 408% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Sofirn SD05 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Sofirn D25LR stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 135% 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.

Sofirn D25LR — Beam distance: 53 m (174 ft)Sofirn D25LR — Max candela: 700 cdSofirn D25LR — Weight: 80 g (2.82 oz)Sofirn D25LR — Length: 86 mm (3.39 in)Sofirn D25LR — Retail price: US$22Sofirn D25LR — Max lumens: 590 lmSofirn SD05 — Beam distance: 271 m (889 ft)Sofirn SD05 — Max candela: 36225 cdSofirn SD05 — Weight: 120 g (4.23 oz)Sofirn SD05 — Length: 119 mm (4.69 in)Sofirn SD05 — Retail price: US$35.99Sofirn SD05 — Max lumens: 3000 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$22Cheapest
US$35.99Most expensive
Weight
80 g (2.82 oz)Lightest
120 g (4.23 oz)Heaviest
Length
86 mm (3.39 in)Shortest
119 mm (4.69 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
590 lmLowest output
3000 lmHighest output
Max candela
700 cdLowest candela
36225 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
53 m (174 ft)Lowest
271 m (889 ft)Highest
Max runtime
230 minLongest runtime
98 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 Li-ion
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
Micro USB
External charger via micro-USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX6
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Aluminium
Aircraft-grade aluminum alloy with hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Outdoor activitiesBudget-conscious usersLight paintingStargazingHunting
Scuba diving up to 100 metersCampingHuntingGeneral outdoor use
Common praise
High CRI white light with good color renderingDeep 660nm red LED preserving night visionAffordable priceGood runtime with low voltage protectionSimple and effective user interfaceComfortable headband without top strap
High output brightness up to 3000 lumensGood build quality and anodization finishSolid waterproofing confirmed to 100 metersStable runtime and no PWM detectedEasy and intuitive rotary dial interfaceIncludes battery, charger, and lanyard in package
Common complaints
Build quality is decent but not robust enough for rough conditionsSlight green tint in white LED noted by some usersUnregulated output with step down after short time on highHeavier than ideal for runningThreads need lubrication for smooth battery insertion
Lack of grip on body tubeNo pocket clip or magnet for carryNo SOS or strobe modesSome desire for wider tint optionCharging is external only, not built-in

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