Sofirn ST2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn ST2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Sofirn ST2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Sofirn ST2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 125% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Sofirn ST2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Wurkkos DL40 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Sofirn ST2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1436% 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.
▣Diving▣Underwater use▣Cave diving▣Scuba diving▣EDC in wet environments
Common praise
✓High maximum brightness of 3000 lumens with smooth dimming✓Versatile multi-light colors: white, red, and UV✓Robust 90º rotating head with good resistance and soft clicks✓Strong magnetic tail and large clip for easy hands-free use✓Long runtime up to ~430 hours on low✓USB-C charging with included cable✓Solid aluminum alloy construction with IPX6 water resistance
✓Very bright at 5000 lumens with good color rendering (CRI 90)✓Solid build quality with aerospace aluminum and toughened glass✓Good thermal regulation and long runtime with large capacity batteries✓Waterproof up to 100 meters (IPX8)✓Memorizes last brightness mode used
Common complaints
⚠Output steps down quickly from turbo to about 500 lumens after 1 minute⚠Relatively heavy and bulky for EDC (about 248 grams, 4.4 x 1.8 x 0.9 inches)⚠Some users may find the UI or rotary switch unusual at first
⚠Wobbly/mushy side switch with long travel, less tactile feedback⚠No lockout safety except tailcap partial unscrew⚠Switch mode spacing could be improved, low mode is relatively bright for night vision⚠Greenish tint in LEDs compared to other neutral white flashlights⚠No knurling on body, may affect grip