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Sofirn HS40 vs Sofirn IF24 RGB
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Sofirn HS40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn HS40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn IF24 RGB stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2775% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn HS40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF24 RGB stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF24 RGB stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS40 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF24 RGB stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2775% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS40 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF24 RGB stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 14% 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$31.13Cheapest
US$38.99Most expensive
Weight
65 g (2.29 oz)Lightest
95 g (3.35 oz)Heaviest
Length
111 mm (4.37 in)Shortest
126 mm (4.96 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2000 lm
2000 lm
Max candela
Unknown
15800 cd
Beam distance
175 m (574 ft)Lowest
251 m (823 ft)Highest
Max runtime
480 minShortest runtime
13800 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 battery
1x 18650 lithium-ion
Charging type
USB-C (5V 2A)
USB-C charging port (built-in)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP66
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Aerospace grade 6061 aluminum alloy, hard-anodized type III
Aircraft-grade aluminum (AL6061-T6)
Use case profile
Best for
EDCHeadlamp UseWorklightCampingOutdoor ActivitiesHands Free IlluminationRight Angle Beam Illumination
EDCWorkCampingEmergenciesSituations Requiring Rgb Lighting
Common praise
High Max Output Of 2000 LumensRight Angle Beam Useful For Headlamp And Hands Free UseLightweight At 65g Body WeightGood Runtime On Medium ModesEffective Dual Use As Headlamp And Flashlight ToolWaterproof To Ip68 StandardUSB C Charging With Battery IndicatorStepless And Stepped Ramping Modes
Innovative And Intuitive Rotary Switch Interface For Emitter SelectionGood Output Brightness With Up To 2000 LumensVersatile Lighting Options Including Rgb And Side Flood LedsUSB C Charging With Included CableIncluded Accessories Like Pocket Clip, Lanyard, Spare O RingsSolid Build Quality With Aircraft Grade Aluminum BodyIp66 Water Resistance And Magnetic Tailcap For Hands Free Use
Common complaints
Lowest Moonlight Mode Relatively Floodier And Lacks Ultra Low Sub Lumen OutputNo Built In High Cri Emitter OptionSome Users Dislike New Tube Knurling And Tailcap DesignMode Spacing And Lack Of Advanced Firmware Customization
Tailcap Has A Bulge Causing Instability And Prevents Secure TailstandingClip Can Only Be Mounted Tail End For Bezel Down CarrySide Light And Switch On The Same Side Can Cause Accidental Activation Of Side LedsUi Has Some Quirks With Double Click Actions Returning To Previous Modes Instead Of Turning OffNo Ramping Mode; Stepped Brightness Levels OnlySide Leds Activate On Channel Change Which Can Be JarringLanyard Hole On Tailcap Can Risk Loosening Battery Cap
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