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Sofirn IF23 vs Sofirn SC31B
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Sofirn SC31B stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SC31B stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn IF23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 300% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn SC31B stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC31B stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 112% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC31B stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 300% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC31B stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 3% 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$38.95Cheapest
Weight
125 g (4.41 oz)Heaviest
59 g (2.08 oz)Lightest
Length
120.5 mm (4.74 in)Longest
117.5 mm (4.63 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
1000 lmLowest output
Max candela
15275 cdHighest candela
10750 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
247 m (810 ft)Highest
207 m (679 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
Unknown
4800 min
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 21700 battery
18650 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
Micro USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
Unknown
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
A6061-T6 aluminium alloy
6061 Aluminum Alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryCampingGeneral UseWorklightLate Night ReadingAmbient Mood LightingHands Free Lighting On Metal Surfaces
Everyday Carry (EDC)Home UseOutdoor Activities Such As Camping, Hiking, Caving, Dog Walking, Fishing
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
Good Value Budget LightUSB Charging IncludedStrong Pocket ClipSimple And Easy User InterfaceSolid Build Quality With Anodised Finish And Gold Plated Springs
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 Dedicated Ultra Low Moonlight ModeMode Memory Can Be Inconvenient To Access Lowest ModesClip Is Not Reversible And Protrudes Beyond Light LengthMicro USB Instead Of USB C ChargingNo Lanyard Included In Some Packages
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