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Sofirn IF23 Pro vs Sofirn ST2 Max
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Sofirn IF23 Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% 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 Max 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 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn ST2 Max stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn ST2 Max 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 Max 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 19% 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
244 g (8.61 oz)Heaviest
Length
134 mm (5.28 in)Longest
113 mm (4.45 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
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C charging
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
Work lightOutdoor activitiesGaragesJob sitesEDCHands-free use via rotating head and magnetic base
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
Versatile multi-light functionality (white, red, UV)Long runtime up to 430 hours on low modeSolid build quality and robust rotating headUSB-C charging convenienceGood magnetic tail for hands-free use
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 carrySomewhat tight USB-C port coverNo pocket clip includedBeam distance and candela not clearly specified
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