Comparison Console
Sofirn SK31 Tactical vs Wurkkos TS28
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Wurkkos TS28 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SK31 Tactical stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SK31 Tactical stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 113% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn SK31 Tactical stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS28 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS28 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SK31 Tactical stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS28 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SK31 Tactical stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 113% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS28 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SK31 Tactical stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 52% 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$52.99Cheapest
US$54.99Most expensive
Weight
223.3 g (7.88 oz)Heaviest
173 g (6.10 oz)Lightest
Length
156.1 mm (6.15 in)Longest
129 mm (5.08 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
6800 lmHighest output
3200 lmLowest output
Max candela
38900 cdLowest candela
70428 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
395 m (1296 ft)Lowest
506 m (1660 ft)Highest
Max runtime
30000 minLongest runtime
19800 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-ion rechargeable
21700 Li-ion
Charging type
USB-C 5V 3A
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
2 m (7 ft)
Material
6061-T6 aluminum alloy body, stainless steel bezel with black PVD coating
Aluminum alloy body with stainless steel bezel
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical UseOutdoor ActivitiesSearch And RescueLaw EnforcementEDCHome Defense
EDCOutdoor UseCampingHikingEmergenciesGeneral Purpose Lighting
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 Brightness For The PriceGood Beam Throw And Balanced BeamDurable Build With Ip68 And Impact ResistanceVersatile Output Modes Including Stepped And RampingConvenient USB C Charging And Power Bank Feature
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
No Lockout Mode To Prevent Accidental ActivationNo Pocket Clip IncludedLower Cri (~70) LED With Cooler TintNo Built In Charging Indication On Some Units
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