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Sofirn LT2 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 35% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SD05 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 868% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn LT2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 267% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn SD05 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SD05 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 868% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SD05 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 267% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SD05 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT2 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 29% 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
Unknown
US$35.99
Weight
184.1 g (6.49 oz)Heaviest
120 g (4.23 oz)Lightest
Length
154 mm (6.06 in)Longest
119 mm (4.69 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
310 lmLowest output
3000 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
36225 cd
Beam distance
12 m (39 ft)Lowest
271 m (889 ft)Highest
Max runtime
360 minLongest runtime
98 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
External charger via micro-USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
6061 aircraft-grade aluminum with type 3 hard anodized coating
Aircraft-grade aluminum alloy with hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Close Range TasksMedium Range TasksCampingGeneral Portable Lighting
Scuba Diving Up To 100 MetersCampingHuntingGeneral Outdoor Use
Common praise
Compact And Well Balanced Handheld DesignPowerful And Adjustable Lighting With High Cri LedsLong Runtime On Usable Light LevelsRobust Build With Quality Anodizing And MaterialsUSB C And Power Bank Capability
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 Standard Tripod Mounting ThreadSome Users Find Anduril 2 Firmware Complex To MasterSpring In Base Can Cause Grit FeelingNo Included Manual In Some Batches
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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