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Sofirn IF23 vs Wuben E12R
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Sofirn IF23 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn IF23 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn IF23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 233% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn IF23 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E12R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E12R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E12R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 233% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E12R stands out as the lowest candela option for max candela, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 stands out as the highest candela option for max candela, with about a 91% 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$39.99Cheapest
US$52.79Most expensive
Weight
125 g (4.41 oz)Lightest
144.35 g (5.09 oz)Heaviest
Length
120.5 mm (4.74 in)
Unknown
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
1200 lmLowest output
Max candela
15275 cdHighest candela
7985 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
247 m (810 ft)Highest
179 m (587 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
Unknown
10380 min
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 21700 battery
18650 Li-Ion
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
Aviation grade aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCampingGeneral useWorklightLate-night readingAmbient mood lightingHands-free lighting on metal surfaces
Powerbank function useCampingAround the houseBackup 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
Good grip due to knurling and fins on headPowerbank function for charging devicesLighted side switch is easy to findLong max runtime of up to 173 hours
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
Relatively large and heavy for EDC in jeans pocketClear TIR optic without protective glass lensNeed to press tail cover firmly for full waterproofing
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