Comparison Console
Sofirn IF23 Pro vs Sofirn SC31T
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Sofirn SC31T stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SC31T stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn IF23 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn SC31T stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC31T stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 201% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC31T stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC31T stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 Pro stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 7% 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$53Most expensive
US$31Cheapest
Weight
202 g (7.13 oz)Heaviest
67 g (2.36 oz)Lightest
Length
134 mm (5.28 in)Longest
125.5 mm (4.94 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
5000 lmHighest output
2000 lmLowest output
Max candela
14600 cdLowest candela
14832 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
242 m (794 ft)Highest
210 m (689 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
Unknown
450 min
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 21700 rechargeable battery
18650 lithium-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Unknown
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryProjectsCampingEmergenciesPhotographyCar repairsAmbient light
Everyday carry (EDC)Tactical useEmergency preparednessOutdoor activities like camping and hikingUsers wanting USB-C rechargeable flashlight
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
High output of 2000 lumens and good beam throw (~210m)Dual switch UI with tactical tailclicky and side mode switchUSB-C onboard charging with included 18650 batteryComprehensive accessory kit including holster, diffuser, and lanyardGood build quality and knurling for gripAttractive value for the performance
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
Slightly lower output measured vs manufacturer claim (~1700 lumens)Pocket clip is friction fit and only attaches at one positionPWM is present in most modes though at a fast frequencyBuild quality reflects budget price pointSome users may prefer Anduril UI on other Sofirn models
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