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Sofirn D25LR vs Sofirn SP40
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Sofirn D25LR stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% 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 SP40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 103% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn D25LR stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP40 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn D25LR stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP40 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn D25LR stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 103% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn D25LR stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP40 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 5639% 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$22Cheapest
US$36Most expensive
Weight
80 g (2.82 oz)Lightest
93 g (3.28 oz)Heaviest
Length
86 mm (3.39 in)Shortest
108 mm (4.25 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
590 lmLowest output
1200 lmHighest output
Max candela
700 cdLowest candela
4520 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
53 m (174 ft)Lowest
136 m (446 ft)Highest
Max runtime
230 minShortest runtime
13200 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 Li-ion
1x18650 Li-Ion
Charging type
Micro USB
Micro-USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX6
IPX7
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Aluminium
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Outdoor activitiesBudget-conscious usersLight paintingStargazingHunting
CampingHikingIndustrial useClose-range workBudget headlamp 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 lumen output for priceGood beam quality with Cree XP-L LED and OP reflectorLightweight and comfortable headbandDurable aluminum construction with good waterproofingMagnetic tailcap for hands-free useLow voltage protection to safeguard battery
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 a moonlight modeHeadband loops are somewhat tightClip could be deeper to improve balanceNo USB-C charging (uses micro-USB)
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