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Sofirn IF23 vs Wurkkos FC12C
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 5% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos FC12C stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn IF23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos FC12C stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC12C stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC12C stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC12C 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$37.99Cheapest
Weight
125 g (4.41 oz)Lightest
131 g (4.62 oz)Heaviest
Length
120.5 mm (4.74 in)Shortest
136 mm (5.35 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
1600 lmLowest output
Max candela
15275 cdLowest candela
27575 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
247 m (810 ft)Lowest
332 m (1089 ft)Highest
Max runtime
Unknown
23856 min
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 21700 battery
1x 18650 lithium-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
Aerospace-grade 6061 aluminum alloy, hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCampingGeneral useWorklightLate-night readingAmbient mood lightingHands-free lighting on metal surfaces
EDCTactical useEmergency respondersSearch and rescueOutdoor activitiesLaw enforcementNight patrol
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 with long throw and tight hotspotExcellent value for priceStable output with constant current circuitDual mode UI catering to tactical and daily useWaterproof and impact resistant buildConvenient USB-C charging with included battery and cable
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
Gets hot quickly on turbo mode with thermal regulation to reduce outputLimited knurling on tailcap affecting gripOriginal FC12 discontinued, replaced by FC12C
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