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Sofirn IF23 Pro vs Sofirn SC29
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Sofirn SC29 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn IF23 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn SC29 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 164% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC29 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC29 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 Pro stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 Pro stands out as the lowest candela option for max candela, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC29 stands out as the highest candela option for max candela, with about a 11% 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$53
Unknown
Weight
202 g (7.13 oz)Heaviest
76.5 g (2.70 oz)Lightest
Length
134 mm (5.28 in)Longest
120.9 mm (4.76 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
5000 lmHighest output
3000 lmLowest output
Max candela
14600 cdLowest candela
16272 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
242 m (794 ft)Lowest
255.1 m (837 ft)Highest
Max runtime
Unknown
240 min
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 21700 rechargeable battery
21700 (Sofirn branded 5000mAh flat top)
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Unknown
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryProjectsCampingEmergenciesPhotographyCar repairsAmbient light
EDCGood balance of output and runtimeValue-oriented
Common praise
High brightness output with sustained brightness due to buck driverVersatile use with main and side lights plus RGB modesConvenient USB-C charging and power bank functionalityGood build quality with grippy anodized finishSimplified and intuitive user interfaceGood value for feature set
Good balance between high output and runtimeUnique TIR optic providing good beam qualityIP68 waterproof rating with USB-C chargingComfortable and functional designLockout mode for safety
Common complaints
Side light output dims as battery voltage drops due to FET driverRGB lights lack dimming control and can be too bright for close useHeavier than some other EDC flashlightsNo warm main LED version available yet
The magnetic tailcap magnet is relatively weakClip can scratch anodization with useBattery tube knurling style may not suit all usersSome discrepancy in reported weight
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