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Sofirn SK31 vs Sofirn SK31 Tactical
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$52.99
US$52.99
Weight
223.3 g (7.88 oz)
223.3 g (7.88 oz)
Length
156.1 mm (6.15 in)
156.1 mm (6.15 in)
Output
Max lumens
6800 lm
6800 lm
Max candela
Unknown
38900 cd
Beam distance
395 m (1296 ft)
395 m (1296 ft)
Max runtime
30000 min
30000 min
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-ion rechargeable
21700 Li-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB-C 5V 3A, approx. 3 hours charging time
USB-C 5V 3A
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Aluminum alloy body, stainless steel bezel with tungsten spheres
6061-T6 aluminum alloy body, stainless steel bezel with black PVD coating
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useOutdoor useSearch and rescueLaw enforcementEDCHome defensePatrol duty
Tactical useOutdoor activitiesSearch and rescueLaw enforcementEDCHome defense
Common praise
High max output of 6800 lumensLong beam distance (395 meters)Robust aluminum body with stainless steel bezel and tungsten spheres for glass breakingEfficient LHP73B LED emitter with clean tintTriple-switch interface allowing intuitive controlExcellent water resistance with screwable aluminum USB-C coverLong runtime up to 500 hours on low modeIncluded rechargeable 21700 batteryBattery indicator for charge level
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
Common complaints
Lockout switch placement can be awkwardLockout switch sometimes malfunctions causing failure to turn on (resolvable by toggling lockout)Included battery has lower continuous discharge rating (CDR) than recommended for max turbo output
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
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