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Sofirn IF23 Multicolor vs Wurkkos FC11 Nichia 519A
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wurkkos FC11 Nichia 519A stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos FC11 Nichia 519A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn IF23 Multicolor stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 233% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos FC11 Nichia 519A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 Multicolor stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC11 Nichia 519A stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 Multicolor stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC11 Nichia 519A stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 Multicolor stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 233% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC11 Nichia 519A stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 Multicolor stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 3% 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$29.7Most expensive
US$22.99Cheapest
Weight
125 g (4.41 oz)Heaviest
112 g (3.95 oz)Lightest
Length
120.5 mm (4.74 in)Longest
116.8 mm (4.60 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
1200 lmLowest output
Max candela
15160 cdHighest candela
6008 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
247 m (810 ft)Highest
155 m (509 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
150 min
150 min
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-Ion rechargeable
1x18650 lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C charging port (2A recommended)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (2m)
Impact resistance
Unknown
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Military-grade anodised aluminium, stainless steel, toughened mineral glass, polycarbonate
Aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
EDCOutdoor useIndoor usePower outages
EDC useGeneral purpose flashlightNewcomers and experienced usersPocket carryHat light with reversed tube carry
Common praise
High brightness outputVersatile beam and floodlight comboCompact yet durable constructionUSB-C charging and power bank functionality
Good color rendering and tint from Nichia 519A LEDStable regulated output with buck driverAffordable price with included battery and accessoriesCompact size with good build qualityUSB-C charging convenient and fast
Common complaints
Complex user interface with multiple button presses
Switch bezel and cooling fins slightly sharpFlap cover for charging port can open accidentallyBase driver temperature regulation can feel unusual
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