Comparison Console
Sofirn SK31 Tactical vs Wurkkos TS23
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Sofirn SK31 Tactical stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos TS23 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SK31 Tactical stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos TS23 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SK31 Tactical stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SK31 Tactical stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS23 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS23 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SK31 Tactical stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS23 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SK31 Tactical stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1011% 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$52.99Most expensive
US$48Cheapest
Weight
223.3 g (7.88 oz)Lightest
232 g (8.18 oz)Heaviest
Length
156.1 mm (6.15 in)Longest
138 mm (5.43 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
6800 lmHighest output
5000 lmLowest output
Max candela
38900 cdLowest candela
58083 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
395 m (1296 ft)Lowest
482 m (1581 ft)Highest
Max runtime
30000 minLongest runtime
2700 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-ion rechargeable
1x21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB-C 5V 3A
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
6061-T6 aluminum alloy body, stainless steel bezel with black PVD coating
Aerospace-grade 6061 aluminum with hard-anodized finish and reinforced tungsten steel beads bezel
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical UseOutdoor ActivitiesSearch And RescueLaw EnforcementEDCHome Defense
Tactical UseSearch And RescueOutdoor AdventuresNight HikingCampingHome Emergencies
Common praise
High Maximum Brightness Of 6800 LumensLong Beam Distance Of 395 MetersRobust Build With Aluminum Body And Stainless Steel BezelEffective USB C Charging With Protective Screwable CoverMultiple Intuitive Switches Including LockoutGood Battery Runtime Up To 500 Hours On LowExcellent Mode Selection Including Tactical, Outdoor, And StrobeMinimal Green Tint LED EmitterIncluded Holster And Accessories
High Output BrightnessGood Build Quality For PriceVersatile Dual Ui With Stepped And Tactical ModesUSB C ChargingIncluded 5000mah 21700 Battery
Common complaints
Included Battery Has Lower Continuous Discharge Rating Than Optimal For Max LumensLockout Button Placement Considered Awkward By Some UsersLockout Switch Occasionally Causes Operation Issues Requiring ToggleDoes Not Tail Stand Due To Button Protrusion
Tail Switch Has A Slightly Mushy FeelNot Ideal For Pocket Carry Due To Size And WeightMoonlight Mode Is Relatively Bright Compared To Typical Moonlight
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