Most Powerful Flashlight under $22?? (Sofirn SC28) 

You completely left out that there are 3 different modes to choose from. Giving you a much broader selection than just the 1 mode you were settling in on.

THERE ARE 3 MODES on this light...geezzz...you are a light reviewer!!!

Fenix Rules (by far) the most Accurate & precise Tail-switch in a tactical or Emergency situation . . . built like a tank. "Facts"

It’s always interesting what people value in a flashlight. I have tons that have a tail and side button. I absolutely hate the side buttons. No matter the company u can never find it in the dark. I’ll take an exclusive tail switch any day even if u have to cycle through the levels. Cycling through takes a matter of maybe 2 seconds.

I totally agree with you . This is a very complicated UI. I'm returning mine

I agree with your assessment on this type of interface…but I just bought it as a glove box flashlight for $20 !……not a bad deal for a non primary light for the tackle box,and glove box……thanks for your always helpful video and viewpoints

I got one when it is on sale. For 20 bucks. I think it works fine. Alittle annoying interface like you mentioned but it works for a beater

I completely agree that side switches tends to have a much better interface, or at least the opportunity for it. I just love the feeling of a rear switch. Specially without memory, and with 2-3 modes only.

Grabbed a Wurkkos FC13s last week on Amazon for $20. I love this thing. The UI is very simplified. It has great ouput, and the balance of flood and throw is amazing for a light in this price range.

I bought one of these based off your post. It’s really freaking bright on high. But it does get hot fast.

The switch and ui is perfect for those who like momentary ability, like myself for automotive use mostly but outdoors as well. Your looking at it from one aspect only. I specifically buy tail switch lights for a momentary switch. I simply cover lens when needing low light, no biggie and no blinding. You showing it has the ui it has prompted me to buy it as well as being 50% off

I actually picked this up along with the wurkkos td02. I actually am returning the sofin because I can not stand the button on it. My dad ended picking up 2 wurkkos after playing with mine and when he was playing with the sofin he said the button felt like an "old dog nipple" 😂

Program setting 2 is better for getting turbo faster. Still a steal for $20. Of course we want direct turbo and direct moonlight option but if not... i do prefer the reverse click. Atleast that gives you momentary ability in a previously decided mode.

Looks like Sofirn is stepping up build quality 😊

I agree with you, In my opinion, if the light has a reverse clicky, it needs to not have mode memory. After trying the Wurkkos TD02 and the Wuben C3, for inexpensive lights I got the Convoy S2+ which doesn't come with battery or charging port, but at least the LED is what I want along with the ability to program the mode operation...........including no mode memory. However, as far as the forward tactical style tail cap on/off switch and side switch for mode adjustment.........I'm OK with those with mode memory because I like to use the momentary feature with whatever output I previously set it as.

I have two of these, I agree the UI is bonk. The annoying flash after five seconds every time the light is turned on is stupid. however, the beam pattern is fantastic. I hope to see this reflector more.

Do you think it would make a good weapon light ?

I'll take the Wurkkos td02 All Day Log. 😎👍

The wurkkos TS22 is a great flashlight in my opinion! Its worked every time. Lots of power. I walk our dog at night before bed. Well some folks dont haveva fence or leash there dogs... Well they come out in the road after us. Until i light tgem up with my wurkkos. They stop right in there tracks.

Ever used a side switch at night, turning the device 20 times to find the switch!! I hate it

Bro I just logged in to ask for more flashlight reviews. Noyce!

Hi max would you raccomend s28 over s29?

I should have researched this before buying it lol.. Thankfully I can send it back.

1. I'm sure this is a fantastic light. 2. I just can't personally get behind EDC sized flashlights that still have single direction pocket clips. It's too easy of an addition that opens a whole new level of carry and usage options.

I have to agree. I use moonlight more than any other mode. I actually hate tailswitches, most of the time they're just not all that easy to depress and are in a weird angle. The idea of not having direct-access to turbo in a tail switch is completely defeating the point of having a tailswitch for me.

I would like to see a flashlight that has two buttons. So I could set it up so that the end button is on turbo for self-defense. And the middle button is on low light.

does this have momentery tail switch function? and is it 5000K ?

You do realize that you can cycle through modes with momentary half presses and also change modes without any full clicks don't you? Not hard. If using as defense light on nightstand, you should be able to remember you left in tactical mode,lol. Turbo and strobe can be accessed very quickly. Considering I paid 16 dollars and change tax in and delivered, this is a great light. Can't please everyone though.

Какая температура диода на вашем фонаре?

I think you're right, BUT this isn't an EDC flashlight; it goes in a pack or into a particular kit where not having instant access to turbo and/or moonlight isn't going to matter.

I really wish this were just an sc18 with a tailswitch

What are you on about? In mode 2, Turbo is immediate but you keep saying you can't access turbo directly! You absolutely can! You can't access moonlight the same but in mode 3 you can cut the outputs down to moonlight, low and med so you don't have to cycle through the high settings. I found I like the SC28 but I don't like the mode change flash after 5 seconds as sometimes me changing light levels coincides with this flash and the light changes mode when I did not want to do that. So this is a flaw in the UI hence why they reduced the price and took it down off their website until they sort it out. Meantime it is still a very good light and currently at an excellent price so I bought 3 for myself and one for a friend & I have lots of other Sofirns with UI that you can quickly access Turbo and Moonlight but I still like this SC28 though it is different. I like both types.

Max, love the channel. Completely agree about quick access to moonlight and turbo modes being a must. Don't think it would have changed your opinion but apparently there are 3 programs (UI) on the light, including a tactical one. I'm thinking this might make a nice gun light with the tactical mode (which includes a strobe). I actually prefer tail caps to side switchers in my EDC lights, but as you point out, they just don't offer the same granular control over modes and my opinion is slowly coming around to side switches. Man, just $20! Jesus, that's nuts. The battery alone would be worth $5 or so, making the rest of the package $15? How can I say no... Edit: Also, you mentioned the Sofirin 77outdoor EDC as a better option. Turns out I own that light as the Wurkkos WK03 and can confirm its a great light. It's my current actual EDC, clipped to the side of the pouch that came with Sportsman's Authority orange Leatherman Charge+, which I bought when you did a video on it. You are costing me a lot of money, Max! Cheers! :D

to be fair, mem has its place as a night light on the bed stand . when u get uo to piss 3 times a night, grabbing the light and it being on moon level is nice

What are you talking about the interface is easy. It's basically the same as every other 15 flashlights I own. This flashlight is easy to operate. I own every thing from Surefire, Streamlight, Fenix and Nitecore. And I would put this 40.00 flashlight up there in quality with ant of them. And side switches just make it harder to operate in the dark, with this you just click through the modes how hard is that?

You know you can half press the button to cycle through the modes without actually turning the flashlight on.

It's $41 now

I HATE side switch flashlights

I have had this light since it came out love it and I got it for 60% off $16 or less that light works great I can't believe u didn't read the manual and see it has multi groups smh.. Not the best UI but this is the worse review I've seen ever... this light blows away my baton 3 pro max in every aspect it's amazing if u know how to use a flashlight.... I seriously wonder if you do stuff like this for views and comments or are u seriously freaking serious rite now smh....... I know tons of people with this light and they all love it takes getting use to jumping out of modes is a problem if u aren't familiar or careful he would know had he actually reviewed it. This is why I don't listen to these reviews they give good reviews on garbage if it makes them money then bad reviews on lights that are great for the consumer cause there is no money in it for them smh.. I've been into flashlights for 35+ year's I own alot of them this one is the best 21700 flood thrower for the money and performance wise blows away alot of brand name light's with the same size battery and same emitter for $16 that's what I paid that's something to talk about...

Most leave it on turbo

I wish I had hands and finger nails like that, instead of axe, beer glass, dog bite marks etc...

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Am I the only one that detests the rubber flap ?

This is a forward clicky

In one video a guy tested it and it came out at just under 1700 lumen. The 2800 lumen is fake.

Your logic shows you don’t understand the operation of the flashlight. Press/hold the button to access night 1 lux mode. Problem solved.

Dude! you shoot the flashlight down that much and you don't even include any beam shots! I looked this particular flashlight up to see it's light output capability and I'm sure others do too. SMH

this tailswotch is called a FORWARD CLICKY. if it doesn’t have a momentary on, it’s reverse clicky 🤦‍♂️. Also, the light has 2 programs for light settings. not sure what your are talking about.

Algo

I don't think you have read the instructions on this light. It has three different user modes. You have made arguments that you wouldn't make if you had access to all the modes.

Its very cheap , so you get what you pay for.

This access turbo smh and this is not a large light. Dude all those lights u compared this 2 makes no sense and i own all if them i wont take anything that comes out of you serious hell no u literally didn't even look at the manual for 2 seconds ...

F that ..... Olight is better

what this light is only 21 dollars no way is it with the nichia LED lol and i like this light but SOFIRN website wants like 28 or 32 dollars for this light lol