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Sofirn SC33 5200LM vs Wuben L3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wuben L3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SC33 5200LM stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SC33 5200LM stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn SC33 5200LM stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben L3 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben L3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC33 5200LM stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben L3 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC33 5200LM stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben L3 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC33 5200LM stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 150% 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$29.99Cheapest
US$49.99Most expensive
Weight
186 g (6.56 oz)Heaviest
180.7 g (6.37 oz)Lightest
Length
132 mm (5.20 in)Shortest
138 mm (5.43 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
5200 lmHighest output
3000 lmLowest output
Max candela
26750 cdHighest candela
12800 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
327 m (1073 ft)Highest
226 m (741 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
18000 minLongest runtime
7200 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-ion rechargeable
21700 Li-ion
Charging type
USB-C charging port built-in
USB-C 18W
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Anodized aluminum body with stainless steel bezel
Aluminium
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryCampingSearch And RescueOutdoor AdventuresEmergency LightingInspection And RepairTactical Use
Tactical UseOutdoor ActivitiesDog WalkingEveryday Carry
Common praise
High Maximum Output And Good Sustained BrightnessGood Build Quality For PriceConvenient USB C Charging With Included CableIntuitive User Interface With Stepped And Smooth RampingFeature To Disable Auto LockoutLong Maximum Runtime At Low ModesIpx8 Water Resistance
High Max Output Of 3000 LumensGood Sustained Output And Thermal RegulationFast USB C Charging With Powerbank FeatureCompact And Lightweight Design For A 21700 LightReliable Build Quality And Anodized FinishConvenient Mode Memory And Versatile User InterfaceIncludes Accessories Like Belt Clip And Lanyard
Common complaints
Output Lower Than Claimed Peak Lumens In Independent TestsAuto Lockout Resets After Battery ChangeCool White Tint With Low Cri May Not Suit All UsersTailcap Glued Limiting DisassemblyUSB C Port Cover Small, Some Cables May Not Fit Well
Tint Has Low Cri And A Greenish HueTurbo Mode Is Only Momentary, Not ConstantMode Order Cycling Can Be ConfusingButton Can Be Stiff And Somewhat RecessedNo Mechanical Lockout, Some Standby Drain Possible
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