Comparison Console
Sofirn IF23 Pro vs Sofirn ST2
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 18% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn IF23 Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 16% 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 IF23 Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn ST2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn ST2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn ST2 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 ST2 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 Pro stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 20% 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$62.99Most expensive
Weight
202 g (7.13 oz)Lightest
247.6 g (8.73 oz)Heaviest
Length
134 mm (5.28 in)Longest
112 mm (4.41 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
5000 lmHighest output
3000 lmLowest output
Max candela
14600 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
242 m (794 ft)
Unknown
Max runtime
Unknown
25800 min
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 21700 rechargeable battery
2x 18650 rechargeable lithium-ion cells (included)
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IPX6
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Unknown
Aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryProjectsCampingEmergenciesPhotographyCar repairsAmbient light
WorkOutdoor activitiesGaragesJob sitesEveryday carry
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 brightness of 3000 lumens with smooth dimmingVersatile multi-light colors: white, red, and UVRobust 90º rotating head with good resistance and soft clicksStrong magnetic tail and large clip for easy hands-free useLong runtime up to ~430 hours on lowUSB-C charging with included cableSolid aluminum alloy construction with IPX6 water resistance
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
Output steps down quickly from turbo to about 500 lumens after 1 minuteRelatively heavy and bulky for EDC (about 248 grams, 4.4 x 1.8 x 0.9 inches)Some users may find the UI or rotary switch unusual at first
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