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Sofirn IF25A 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 27% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn IF25A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn IF25A stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn IF25A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SD05 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SD05 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF25A stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SD05 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF25A stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF25A stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SD05 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 12% 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$34Cheapest
US$35.99Most expensive
Weight
165 g (5.82 oz)Heaviest
120 g (4.23 oz)Lightest
Length
106.4 mm (4.19 in)Shortest
119 mm (4.69 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3800 lmHighest output
3000 lmLowest output
Max candela
Unknown
36225 cd
Beam distance
420 m (1378 ft)Highest
271 m (889 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
Unknown
98 min
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 Li-ion
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB-C charging port (A-to-C cable required)
External charger via micro-USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (submersible up to 2m for 30 minutes)
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
6061 aluminum alloy, hard-anodized, aircraft-grade aluminum
Aircraft-grade aluminum alloy with hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
EDC Use With High Brightness And Compact SizeCamping And Outdoor Use Requiring Wide Flood BeamUsers Needing USB C Rechargeable Flashlight
Scuba Diving Up To 100 MetersCampingHuntingGeneral Outdoor Use
Common praise
High Maximum Output (3800 Lumens) With Good Beam ProfileCompact And Lightweight For A 21700 LightSmooth Brightness Control With Anduril UiGood Build Quality With Aircraft Grade AluminumBuilt In USB C Charging Port
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
No Pocket Clip Included, Reducing Ease Of CarryBezel And Lanyard Hole Have Some Sharp EdgesSome Complexity In The Anduril User Interface For Advanced FeaturesHeats Up Quickly On Turbo Mode Limiting RuntimeThe Rubber Port Cover Reduces Waterproofness If Not Properly Sealed
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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