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Sofirn SP40 vs Streamlight Septor
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Sofirn SP40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SP40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 900% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SP40 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 6186% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn SP40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Septor stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Septor stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 900% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Septor stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP40 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 6186% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Septor stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP40 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 57% 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$36
US$36
Weight
93 g (3.28 oz)Lightest
156 g (5.50 oz)Heaviest
Length
108 mm (4.25 in)Longest
68.6 mm (2.70 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1200 lmHighest output
120 lmLowest output
Max candela
4520 cdHighest candela
900 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
136 m (446 ft)Highest
60 m (197 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
13200 minLongest runtime
210 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x18650 Li-Ion
AAA alkaline
Charging type
Micro-USB
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IPX7
IPX4
Impact resistance
Unknown
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Aluminum
Co-molded rubber body, thermoplastic housing
Use case profile
Best for
CampingHikingIndustrial useClose-range workBudget headlamp use
Up close work and tasks at arm's lengthDetailed work
Common praise
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
Soft flood light suitable for close workLong battery runtime especially on low modesDurable and impact resistant designEasy to use recessed push-button switch
Common complaints
Lack of a moonlight modeHeadband loops are somewhat tightClip could be deeper to improve balanceNo USB-C charging (uses micro-USB)
Not suitable for long distance illuminationBeam intensity is moderate compared to higher output headlamps
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