Comparison Console
Sofirn IF23 Pro vs Wurkkos HD05
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 15% 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 61% 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.
Wurkkos HD05 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 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 Pro stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 4% 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$63Most expensive
Weight
202 g (7.13 oz)Lightest
237 g (8.36 oz)Heaviest
Length
134 mm (5.28 in)Longest
129 mm (5.08 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
5000 lmHighest output
3100 lmLowest output
Max candela
14600 cdLowest candela
28056 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
242 m (794 ft)Lowest
335 m (1099 ft)Highest
Max runtime
Unknown
135 min
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 21700 rechargeable battery
21700 Li-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IPX6
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Unknown
6061 aluminum alloy with stainless steel bezel and button outer ring
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryProjectsCampingEmergenciesPhotographyCar repairsAmbient light
EDC with multiple lighting modesNight searchesRepairsEmergency lightingMaintenance inspections using UV light
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
Multiple lighting modes including spot, flood, red, and UVHigh maximum brightness and long throwAdjustable color temperature on floodlightConvenient foldable and rotatable floodlight wingDurable aluminum alloy constructionIncluded rechargeable 21700 battery with USB-C chargingMagnetic base and mounting options 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
Red and UV light quality not perfect (Red beam not smooth close-up; UV has visible light spill)Magnetic rotary selector switch can be rough and slowStrobe modes produce loud clicking noiseWater resistance limited by foldable wing designWing mechanism may cause scratches on body over timeHeavier than typical EDC flashlights
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