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Sofirn IF22A vs Sofirn SP40
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Sofirn SP40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn IF22A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn IF22A stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn IF22A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP40 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF22A stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP40 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF22A stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF22A stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP40 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 10900% 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$29.99Cheapest
US$36Most expensive
Weight
155 g (5.47 oz)Heaviest
93 g (3.28 oz)Lightest
Length
129 mm (5.08 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2100 lmHighest output
1200 lmLowest output
Max candela
116000 cdHighest candela
4520 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
680 m (2231 ft)Highest
136 m (446 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
120 minShortest runtime
13200 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700
1x18650 Li-Ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
Micro-USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX7
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Throwing light long distancesEDC for those wanting high lumen output and long beam distance
CampingHikingIndustrial useClose-range workBudget headlamp use
Common praise
Exceptional throw performance for its sizeHigh lumen outputConvenient USB-C charging and power bank functionalityTop-tier waterproof rating (IPX8)Excellent value for performance
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
Heavier than typical pocket-carry flashlightsSwitch may be hard to locate in the dark due to rounded design
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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