Comparison Console
Sofirn LT1S vs Wurkkos HD05
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn LT1S stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 158% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn LT1S stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT1S stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT1S stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 158% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT1S stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 122% 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$63Most expensive
Weight
339 g (11.96 oz)Heaviest
237 g (8.36 oz)Lightest
Length
97 mm (3.82 in)Shortest
129 mm (5.08 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1200 lmLowest output
3100 lmHighest output
Max candela
600 cdLowest candela
28056 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
49 m (161 ft)Lowest
335 m (1099 ft)Highest
Max runtime
300 minLongest runtime
135 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
21700 Li-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (manufacturer), IPX4 (some reviewers)
IPX6
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
6061 aircraft-grade aluminum with type 3 hard anodized coating
6061 aluminum alloy with stainless steel bezel and button outer ring
Use case profile
Best for
CampingHikingCar campingFestival useOvernight outdoor activitiesEmergency preparednessGeneral portable lantern use
EDC with multiple lighting modesNight searchesRepairsEmergency lightingMaintenance inspections using UV light
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
Multiple lighting modes including spot, flood, red, and UVHigh maximum brightness and long throwAdjustable color temperature on floodlightConvenient foldable and rotatable floodlight wingDurable aluminum alloy constructionIncluded rechargeable 21700 battery with USB-C chargingMagnetic base and mounting options for hands-free 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
Red and UV light quality not perfect (Red beam not smooth close-up; UV has visible light spill)Magnetic rotary selector switch can be rough and slowStrobe modes produce loud clicking noiseWater resistance limited by foldable wing designWing mechanism may cause scratches on body over timeHeavier than typical EDC flashlights
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