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Sofirn IF23 vs Sofirn SC13B
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Sofirn SC13B stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SC13B stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn IF23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 208% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn SC13B stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC13B stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 213% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC13B stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 208% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC13B stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 87% 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$32.99Cheapest
Weight
125 g (4.41 oz)Heaviest
40 g (1.41 oz)Lightest
Length
120.5 mm (4.74 in)Longest
64.6 mm (2.54 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
1300 lmLowest output
Max candela
15275 cdHighest candela
9520.5 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
247 m (810 ft)Highest
217 m (712 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
Unknown
10200 min
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 21700 battery
1×18350 1100mAh
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
A6061-T6 aluminium alloy
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCampingGeneral useWorklightLate-night readingAmbient mood lightingHands-free lighting on metal surfaces
Everyday carryCompact keychain flashlightEmergency useOutdoor activitiesCamping and hikingPortable hands-free lighting
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
Compact and lightweight designHigh brightness relative to sizeBuilt-in USB-C charging works well and charges in about 1.5 hoursIncluded 18350 battery and accessories provide good valueLockout mode prevents accidental activationMagnetic tail cap for hands-free attachmentGood user interface with mode memory and indicator switch
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
Low CRI and cold white tint around 6000-6500KOutput does not fully reach claimed 1300 lumens, more like 1000 lumens sustainedBeam has ring artifacts due to fresnel lensShort turbo runtime with quick stepdownSide switch with button terminal instead of spring on battery endNot ideal for long runtime heavy use beyond a few hours
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