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Sofirn SC31T vs Sofirn SP40
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 28% 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 SC31T stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% 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 SP40 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 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP40 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP40 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC31T stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC31T stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP40 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 857% 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$36Most expensive
Weight
67 g (2.36 oz)Lightest
93 g (3.28 oz)Heaviest
Length
125.5 mm (4.94 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2000 lmHighest output
1200 lmLowest output
Max candela
14832 cdHighest candela
4520 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
243.6 m (799 ft)Highest
136 m (446 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1380 minShortest runtime
13200 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 lithium-ion
1x18650 Li-Ion
Charging type
USB-C (built-in)
Micro-USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX7
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical UseEDCHigh Output IlluminationRechargeable Convenience
CampingHikingIndustrial UseClose Range WorkBudget Headlamp 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 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
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 A Moonlight ModeHeadband Loops Are Somewhat TightClip Could Be Deeper To Improve BalanceNo USB C Charging (uses Micro USB)
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