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Sofirn IF23 vs Sofirn IF25A
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Sofirn IF23 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn IF25A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn IF23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn IF25A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF25A stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF25A stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF25A stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 13% 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$39.99Most expensive
US$34Cheapest
Weight
125 g (4.41 oz)Lightest
165 g (5.82 oz)Heaviest
Length
120.5 mm (4.74 in)Longest
106.4 mm (4.19 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
3800 lmLowest output
Max candela
15275 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
247 m (810 ft)Lowest
420 m (1378 ft)Highest
Max runtime
Unknown
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 21700 battery
1x 21700 Li-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C charging port (A-to-C cable required)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (submersible up to 2m for 30 minutes)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
A6061-T6 aluminium alloy
6061 aluminum alloy, hard-anodized, aircraft-grade aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCampingGeneral useWorklightLate-night readingAmbient mood lightingHands-free lighting on metal surfaces
EDC use with high brightness and compact sizeCamping and outdoor use requiring wide flood beamUsers needing USB-C rechargeable flashlight
Common praise
High output brightness for its sizeVersatile 3-in-1 light with spot, flood, and RGB modesGood build quality with smooth anodizing and solid assemblyMagnetic tailcap enables hands-free useIncludes rechargeable 21700 battery and USB-C chargingMultiple brightness levels and useful locking mode
High maximum output (3800 lumens) with good beam profileCompact and lightweight for a 21700 lightSmooth brightness control with Anduril UIGood build quality with aircraft-grade aluminumBuilt-in USB-C charging port
Common complaints
Relatively heavy for an EDC flashlightSide switch can be prone to accidental activation and has complex UIUI is complicated with many functions controlled by a single buttonLockout mode disables direct access to moonlight modeRGB color modes feel like novelty with limited practical useFloodlight diffuser plastic may flex and durability uncertain
No pocket clip included, reducing ease of carryBezel and lanyard hole have some sharp edgesSome complexity in the Anduril user interface for advanced featuresHeats up quickly on turbo mode limiting runtimeThe rubber port cover reduces waterproofness if not properly sealed
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