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Sofirn SD05 vs Wurkkos FC13 SFT40
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Sofirn SD05 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos FC13 SFT40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SD05 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos FC13 SFT40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SD05 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SD05 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC13 SFT40 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC13 SFT40 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SD05 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SD05 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC13 SFT40 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 84% 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$35.99Most expensive
US$32Cheapest
Weight
120 g (4.23 oz)Lightest
122 g (4.30 oz)Heaviest
Length
119 mm (4.69 in)Longest
114 mm (4.49 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmHighest output
1640 lmLowest output
Max candela
36225 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
271 m (889 ft)
Unknown
Max runtime
98 minShortest runtime
180 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
18650 lithium-ion
Charging type
External charger via micro-USB
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
Unknown
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Aircraft-grade aluminum alloy with hard anodized finish
Aluminum, hard anodized
Use case profile
Best for
Scuba diving up to 100 metersCampingHuntingGeneral outdoor use
EDC enthusiasts who want Anduril 2 firmwareUsers wanting a USB-C rechargeable 18650 lightThose needing moderate throw with high output
Common praise
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
Good build quality and anodizingUSB-C onboard charging with included cableRamping and versatile Anduril 2 UIModerate size and weight suitable for EDCHigh output with decent throw for an SFT40 emitter
Common complaints
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
Anduril 2 UI can be complicated for some usersTurbo mode runtime is limited (~3 minutes before stepdown)USB-C port recessed and picky with cablesClip not reversible and sticks out when bezel-up carried
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