Comparison Console
Sofirn IF23 vs Sofirn SD05
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Sofirn SD05 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SD05 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn IF23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn SD05 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SD05 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SD05 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SD05 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 1% 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$35.99Cheapest
Weight
125 g (4.41 oz)Heaviest
120 g (4.23 oz)Lightest
Length
120.5 mm (4.74 in)Longest
119 mm (4.69 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
3000 lmLowest output
Max candela
15275 cdLowest candela
36225 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
247 m (810 ft)Lowest
271 m (889 ft)Highest
Max runtime
Unknown
98 min
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 21700 battery
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
External charger via micro-USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
A6061-T6 aluminium alloy
Aircraft-grade aluminum alloy with hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCampingGeneral useWorklightLate-night readingAmbient mood lightingHands-free lighting on metal surfaces
Scuba diving up to 100 metersCampingHuntingGeneral outdoor use
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 output brightness up to 3000 lumensGood build quality and anodization finishSolid waterproofing confirmed to 100 metersStable runtime and no PWM detectedEasy and intuitive rotary dial interfaceIncludes battery, charger, and lanyard in package
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
Lack of grip on body tubeNo pocket clip or magnet for carryNo SOS or strobe modesSome desire for wider tint optionCharging is external only, not built-in
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