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Sofirn SP35T vs Sofirn SP40
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Sofirn SP35T stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SP40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SP35T stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 217% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn SP40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP35T stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP35T stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP40 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP40 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP35T stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 217% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP40 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP35T stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 29% 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$49.99Most expensive
US$36Cheapest
Weight
87 g (3.07 oz)Lightest
93 g (3.28 oz)Heaviest
Length
139.5 mm (5.49 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3800 lmHighest output
1200 lmLowest output
Max candela
19625 cdHighest candela
4520 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
250 m (820 ft)Highest
136 m (446 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
13200 min
13200 min
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 Li-ion
1x18650 Li-Ion
Charging type
USB-C charging port (5V/2A)
Micro-USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX7
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Unknown
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useOutdoor useEmergency and power outage use
CampingHikingIndustrial useClose-range workBudget headlamp use
Common praise
High maximum output up to 3800 lumens with a wide beam and decent throw (about 250 m)Includes a 5000mAh 21700 battery with USB-C chargingGood grip and build quality with IPX8 waterproof ratingTactical tail switch plus side electronic switch allows flexible UILong maximum runtime up to 220 hours (over 9 days) on lowest mode
High lumen output for priceGood beam quality with Cree XP-L LED and OP reflectorLightweight and comfortable headbandDurable aluminum construction with good waterproofingMagnetic tailcap for hands-free useLow voltage protection to safeguard battery
Common complaints
Turbo mode steps down quickly after a few minutes due to thermal regulationSofirn's brand support is slower compared to competitorsSome may find the flashlight length (about 140 mm) a bit long for EDCNo magnetic tailcapBeam may show some tint shift typical for XHP50.2 emitter
Lack of a moonlight modeHeadband loops are somewhat tightClip could be deeper to improve balanceNo USB-C charging (uses micro-USB)
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