Comparison Console
Sofirn SC31T vs Sofirn SD05
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Sofirn SC31T stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SC31T stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SD05 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn SC31T stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SD05 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC31T stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SD05 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC31T stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SD05 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SD05 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC31T stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1308% 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$31Cheapest
US$35.99Most expensive
Weight
67 g (2.36 oz)Lightest
120 g (4.23 oz)Heaviest
Length
125.5 mm (4.94 in)Longest
119 mm (4.69 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2000 lmLowest output
3000 lmHighest output
Max candela
14832 cdLowest candela
36225 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
243.6 m (799 ft)Lowest
271 m (889 ft)Highest
Max runtime
1380 minLongest runtime
98 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 lithium-ion
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB-C (built-in)
External charger via micro-USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Aluminum
Aircraft-grade aluminum alloy with hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useEDCHigh output illuminationRechargeable convenience
Scuba diving up to 100 metersCampingHuntingGeneral outdoor use
Common praise
High maximum output of 2000 lumensDual switch interface for tactical useIntegrated USB-C charging with included cableGood build quality with anodized aluminum bodyIncludes comprehensive accessory kit (battery, clip, lanyard, spare o-rings)Affordable price point around 30 USDMemorable simple and functional user interface
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
PWM present on most modes though fairly fast and mostly unnoticeableOscillating temperature regulation on turbo modeClip is a friction-fit, unidirectional, and not deep-carryTailstanding is unstable due to cutouts and switch cap designOutput may not fully meet manufacturer spec at sustained turboSome users prefer Anduril UI available on Pro variant
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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