Comparison Console
Sofirn IF23 Pro vs Sofirn SP36 BLF Anduril
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Sofirn IF23 Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn IF23 Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SP36 BLF Anduril stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn IF23 Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP36 BLF Anduril stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP36 BLF Anduril stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP36 BLF Anduril stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP36 BLF Anduril stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 Pro stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 6% 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$53Cheapest
US$54.99Most expensive
Weight
202 g (7.13 oz)Lightest
300 g (10.58 oz)Heaviest
Length
134 mm (5.28 in)Longest
127 mm (5.00 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
5000 lmLowest output
5650 lmHighest output
Max candela
14600 cdLowest candela
31577 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
242 m (794 ft)Lowest
355.4 m (1166 ft)Highest
Max runtime
Unknown
132 min
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 21700 rechargeable battery
3 x 18650 lithium-ion (button top required)
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C (quick charge up to ~2.6A input)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IPX7
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Unknown
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryProjectsCampingEmergenciesPhotographyCar repairsAmbient light
EDCOutdoor useUsers wanting high output with multiple cellsAnduril UI enthusiastsUsers needing USB-C charging and powerbank feature
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 maximum output with a neutral white, high CRI LED for comfortable beam qualityCustomizable Anduril 2 UI with multiple modes and temperature regulationBuilt-in USB-C charging and powerbank functionalityGood build quality with anodized aluminum body and strong knurling for grip
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
Relatively heavy and large for pocket carry; better suited for bag or holsterGets very hot at maximum brightness; not comfortable to hold on turbo for more than a few minutesNo included carry options like pouch or lanyardThe flashlight is nearly perfectly round, making it prone to rolling if not stowed securely
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