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Sofirn SC29 vs Sofirn SP40
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Sofirn SC29 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SC29 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SP40 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 5400% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn SC29 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP40 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP40 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC29 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC29 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP40 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 5400% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP40 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC29 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
Unknown
US$36
Weight
76.5 g (2.70 oz)Lightest
93 g (3.28 oz)Heaviest
Length
120.9 mm (4.76 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmHighest output
1200 lmLowest output
Max candela
16272 cdHighest candela
4520 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
255.1 m (837 ft)Highest
136 m (446 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
240 minShortest runtime
13200 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 (Sofirn branded 5000mAh flat top)
1x18650 Li-Ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
Micro-USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX7
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Unknown
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
EDCGood balance of output and runtimeValue-oriented
CampingHikingIndustrial useClose-range workBudget headlamp use
Common praise
Good balance between high output and runtimeUnique TIR optic providing good beam qualityIP68 waterproof rating with USB-C chargingComfortable and functional designLockout mode for safety
High lumen output for priceGood beam quality with Cree XP-L LED and OP reflectorLightweight and comfortable headbandDurable aluminum construction with good waterproofingMagnetic tailcap for hands-free useLow voltage protection to safeguard battery
Common complaints
The magnetic tailcap magnet is relatively weakClip can scratch anodization with useBattery tube knurling style may not suit all usersSome discrepancy in reported weight
Lack of a moonlight modeHeadband loops are somewhat tightClip could be deeper to improve balanceNo USB-C charging (uses micro-USB)
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