Comparison Console
Sofirn SC33 5200LM vs Wurkkos FC12C
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wurkkos FC12C stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SC33 5200LM stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SC33 5200LM stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 225% 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 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC12C stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC12C stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC33 5200LM stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC12C stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC33 5200LM stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 225% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC33 5200LM stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC12C stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 33% 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$37.99Most expensive
Weight
186 g (6.56 oz)Heaviest
131 g (4.62 oz)Lightest
Length
132 mm (5.20 in)Shortest
136 mm (5.35 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
5200 lmHighest output
1600 lmLowest output
Max candela
26750 cdLowest candela
27575 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
327 m (1073 ft)Lowest
332 m (1089 ft)Highest
Max runtime
18000 minShortest runtime
23856 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-ion rechargeable
1x 18650 lithium-ion
Charging type
USB-C charging port built-in
USB Type-C
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
Aerospace-grade 6061 aluminum alloy, hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryCampingSearch And RescueOutdoor AdventuresEmergency LightingInspection And RepairTactical Use
EDCTactical UseEmergency RespondersSearch And RescueOutdoor ActivitiesLaw EnforcementNight Patrol
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 Output With Long Throw And Tight HotspotExcellent Value For PriceStable Output With Constant Current CircuitDual Mode Ui Catering To Tactical And Daily UseWaterproof And Impact Resistant BuildConvenient USB C Charging With Included Battery And Cable
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
Gets Hot Quickly On Turbo Mode With Thermal Regulation To Reduce OutputLimited Knurling On Tailcap Affecting GripOriginal Fc12 Discontinued, Replaced By Fc12c
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