Comparison Console
Sofirn SP36 BLF vs Wurkkos DL40
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Sofirn SP36 BLF stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SP36 BLF stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP36 BLF stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP36 BLF stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP36 BLF stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP36 BLF stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1767% 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$72.99Most expensive
US$72Cheapest
Weight
310 g (10.93 oz)Lightest
556 g (19.61 oz)Heaviest
Length
122 mm (4.80 in)Shortest
201.1 mm (7.92 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
5650 lmHighest output
5000 lmLowest output
Max candela
11000 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
210 m (689 ft)Lowest
400 m (1312 ft)Highest
Max runtime
90 minShortest runtime
1680 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
3x 18650 rechargeable lithium-ion
2x 26650 (compatible with 18650) Li-Ion rechargeable batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
Included dual-slot USB charger with Micro USB cable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 waterproof
IPX8 (up to 100m depth)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aluminum
Aerospace grade 6061 aluminum alloy, hard-anodized type III finish, toughened mineral glass lens
Use case profile
Best for
Flood lightingCampingOutdoor useEmergencies
DivingUnderwater useCave divingScuba divingEDC in wet environments
Common praise
Bright output with strong flood beamGood build quality with solid feelUSB-C charging and powerbank featureAnduril 2 UI offers extensive functionalityHigh CRI LED for natural colorWaterproof and impact resistantReasonable price-value ratio
Very bright at 5000 lumens with good color rendering (CRI 90)Solid build quality with aerospace aluminum and toughened glassGood thermal regulation and long runtime with large capacity batteriesWaterproof up to 100 meters (IPX8)Memorizes last brightness mode used
Common complaints
Relatively heavy and bulky for pocket carryNo electronic lockout necessitates physical lockoutNo pocket clip includedMay require separate charger for batteries if purchased without cells
Wobbly/mushy side switch with long travel, less tactile feedbackNo lockout safety except tailcap partial unscrewSwitch mode spacing could be improved, low mode is relatively bright for night visionGreenish tint in LEDs compared to other neutral white flashlightsNo knurling on body, may affect grip
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