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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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