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Sofirn SC31 Pro vs Streamlight ClipMate USB
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight ClipMate USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight ClipMate USB stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SC31 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 2757% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight ClipMate USB stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC31 Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ClipMate USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC31 Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ClipMate USB stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC31 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 2757% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC31 Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ClipMate USB stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 75% 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$46.99Most expensive
US$45Cheapest
Weight
62 g (2.19 oz)Heaviest
53.9 g (1.90 oz)Lightest
Length
117.5 mm (4.63 in)Longest
81.3 mm (3.20 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2000 lmHighest output
70 lmLowest output
Max candela
14600 cdHighest candela
500 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
242 m (794 ft)Highest
44 m (144 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
120 minShortest runtime
210 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 rechargeable Li-ion
Lithium polymer cell
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB built-in charge tab
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX4
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aerospace grade 6061 aluminum alloy with hard-anodized finish
Polymer housing, abrasion-resistant
Use case profile
Best for
EDCBudget enthusiastsCampingHome backupOutdoor useGeneral purpose handheld use
Hands-free lightingEDC useIndustrial and DIY useNight vision preservation with red LED modes
Common praise
Excellent value for money with advanced Anduril controlsStrong maximum output for the priceRechargeable and uses replaceable 18650 batteryCompact and lightweight designUSB-C charging convenienceMagnetic tail cap for hands-free use
Lightweight and compact designUSB built-in charging convenienceMultiple lighting modes including red LED for night visionDurable and abrasion-resistant polymer housingGood runtime on various modes
Common complaints
Output steps down from max after initial periodInterface complexity might be challenging for beginners
Limited beam distance compared to larger flashlightsNot fully waterproof, only IPX4 water resistantSwitch interface may take getting used to
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