Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 120% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 120% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1300% 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.
2x 26650 (compatible with 18650) Li-Ion rechargeable batteries
Charging type
USB-C with dual onboard charging and powerbank reverse charging
Included dual-slot USB charger with Micro USB cable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (to 2 meters)
IPX8 (up to 100m depth)
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Aluminum with stainless steel bezel
Aerospace grade 6061 aluminum alloy, hard-anodized type III finish, toughened mineral glass lens
Use case profile
Best for
▣Outdoor survival▣Emergency use▣Search and rescue▣Versatile high output flood flashlight
▣Diving▣Underwater use▣Cave diving▣Scuba diving▣EDC in wet environments
Common praise
✓High maximum output (11,000 lumens)✓Versatile Anduril 2 UI with many modes and ramping✓Dual USB-C charging and reverse power bank function✓Robust build quality with aluminum body and stainless steel bezel✓Good thermal management with cooling fins✓Included quality 3000mAh 18650 batteries✓Tripod mountable✓Reliable flicker-free E-switch with indicator LEDs
✓Very bright at 5000 lumens with good color rendering (CRI 90)✓Solid build quality with aerospace aluminum and toughened glass✓Good thermal regulation and long runtime with large capacity batteries✓Waterproof up to 100 meters (IPX8)✓Memorizes last brightness mode used
Common complaints
⚠Large and heavy for everyday carry; not pocket friendly for small hands⚠No magnetic tailcap and no pocket clip included⚠Diffuser included is plastic and fragile⚠Annodizing may wear off over time on cooling fins⚠Warranty and price vary by seller
⚠Wobbly/mushy side switch with long travel, less tactile feedback⚠No lockout safety except tailcap partial unscrew⚠Switch mode spacing could be improved, low mode is relatively bright for night vision⚠Greenish tint in LEDs compared to other neutral white flashlights⚠No knurling on body, may affect grip