Comparison Console
Sofirn LT1S vs Sofirn SP36 BLF
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Sofirn LT1S stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn LT1S stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SP36 BLF stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 371% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn LT1S stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP36 BLF stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT1S stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP36 BLF stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT1S stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP36 BLF stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 371% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT1S stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP36 BLF stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 21500% 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$40.29Cheapest
US$53.99Most expensive
Weight
339 g (11.96 oz)Lightest
433.3 g (15.28 oz)Heaviest
Length
97 mm (3.82 in)Shortest
126.8 mm (4.99 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1200 lmLowest output
5650 lmHighest output
Max candela
600 cdLowest candela
31577 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
49 m (161 ft)Lowest
355.4 m (1166 ft)Highest
Max runtime
300 minShortest runtime
64800 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
3x 18650 button top
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (manufacturer), IPX4 (some reviewers)
IPX-8 (submersible to 2 meters)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
6061 aircraft-grade aluminum with type 3 hard anodized coating
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
CampingHikingCar CampingFestival UseOvernight Outdoor ActivitiesEmergency PreparednessGeneral Portable Lantern Use
EDCEmergency LightingLong RuntimeHigh OutputOutdoor UseCampingSearchingMilitary Use
Common praise
Versatile Dual White And Red Light ModesGood Runtime And Brightness BalancePower Bank Charging CapabilityDurable Build Quality With Anodized AluminumMagnetic Base And Sturdy Hanging Hook For Flexible PlacementAffordable Price Compared To Competitors
Very High Output (up To 5650 Lumens)Excellent Runtime Especially On Low ModesAdvanced And Customizable Anduril 2 UiUSB C Charging With Powerbank CapabilitySolid Build Quality With Good Grip And Durable MaterialsNeutral White LED With High Cri (90)Multiple Modes Including Unlock And LockoutWell Suited For Large Hands And Outdoor Use
Common complaints
User Interface Not As Intuitive As Anduril 2Ipx4 Rating In Some Reviews Limits Heavy Rain UseWeight Heavier Than Ultralight Backpacking LightsThreads And Spring In Tailcap Can Be StiffPackaging Is Basic
Quite Large And Heavy For Pocket CarryRound Body Prone To Rolling On Uneven SurfacesHeats Up Quickly On High/turbo ModesNot Ideal For Users With Small HandsButton Top Batteries Required (flat Tops Unstable)
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