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Sofirn SD05 vs Wurkkos WK30
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Wurkkos WK30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SD05 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SD05 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn SD05 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos WK30 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos WK30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SD05 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos WK30 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SD05 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos WK30 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SD05 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 5% 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$35.99Cheapest
US$37Most expensive
Weight
120 g (4.23 oz)Heaviest
104 g (3.67 oz)Lightest
Length
119 mm (4.69 in)Longest
113 mm (4.45 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmHighest output
1200 lmLowest output
Max candela
36225 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
271 m (889 ft)Highest
120 m (394 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
98 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
Single 26650, 18650, 21700 or 2x CR123A (emergency)
Charging type
External charger via micro-USB
Micro-USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (up to 2 meters for 30 minutes)
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Aircraft-grade aluminum alloy with hard anodized finish
6061 aerospace grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Scuba diving up to 100 metersCampingHuntingGeneral outdoor use
EDC use at home and outdoorsUsers needing multi-color flashlight (white, red, UV)Hunting or preserving night vision with red lightUV inspection/bug hunting
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
Excellent value for a versatile 3-color flashlightHigh quality Samsung LH351D 5000K 90CRI white LEDStrong red Cree XP-E emitter and powerful UV LEDGood build quality with aerospace grade aluminumMultiple power levels per color modeIncludes 5000mAh 26650 battery and accessories
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
Large size not suitable for pocket carryMicro-USB charging port instead of USB-CHold-to-turn-off UI is unintuitiveThin tube walls compared to some preferences
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