Sofirn SP35T stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn IF24 RGB stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SP35T stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Sofirn IF24 RGB stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Sofirn SP35T stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Sofirn SP35T stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Sofirn IF24 RGB stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Sofirn IF24 RGB stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Sofirn SP35T stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Sofirn SP35T stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Sofirn IF24 RGB stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 5% 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.
▣Everyday carry▣Tactical use▣Outdoor use▣Emergency and power outage use
Common praise
✓Innovative and intuitive rotary switch interface for emitter selection✓Good output brightness with up to 2000 lumens✓Versatile lighting options including RGB and side flood LEDs✓USB-C charging with included cable✓Included accessories like pocket clip, lanyard, spare o-rings✓Solid build quality with aircraft-grade aluminum body✓IP66 water resistance and magnetic tailcap for hands-free use
✓High maximum output up to 3800 lumens with a wide beam and decent throw (about 250 m)✓Includes a 5000mAh 21700 battery with USB-C charging✓Good grip and build quality with IPX8 waterproof rating✓Tactical tail switch plus side electronic switch allows flexible UI✓Long maximum runtime up to 220 hours (over 9 days) on lowest mode
Common complaints
⚠Tailcap has a bulge causing instability and prevents secure tailstanding⚠Clip can only be mounted tail-end for bezel-down carry⚠Side light and switch on the same side can cause accidental activation of side LEDs⚠UI has some quirks with double-click actions returning to previous modes instead of turning off⚠No ramping mode; stepped brightness levels only⚠Side LEDs activate on channel change which can be jarring⚠Lanyard hole on tailcap can risk loosening battery cap
⚠Turbo mode steps down quickly after a few minutes due to thermal regulation⚠Sofirn's brand support is slower compared to competitors⚠Some may find the flashlight length (about 140 mm) a bit long for EDC⚠No magnetic tailcap⚠Beam may show some tint shift typical for XHP50.2 emitter