Throwdown E8: Sofirn IF24 Falls Flat versus IF23 & Wurkkos HD01 

Interesting test. I like it.

Because the 23 is more flood.. Obviously it's gonna washout the 24's spot.. Dumb

Because the 23 has more flood style.. Obviously it's gonna washout the 24's spot.. 🤦🏼‍♂️

True absolutely right about the size of the battery making the light bigger in dimensions and weight…but features, I’ll take the IF23 all day! It can charge other devices! That alone is more valuable than the IF24. Thanks for watching and commenting.

Great point. Regarding ramping: I’ve found the ramping mode to be a helpful feature if the modes (HML) aren’t spaced appropriately and I’m interested in primarily using a memorized mode. If they are spaced well and I’m using different levels, which I do most of the time, then it’s faster to go with the steps (HML).

True, and that variable (actual lumen output) is likely applicable to all their models as they likely use the same testing protocols for Sofirn lights (lumen, candela, etc). Thanks for watching and sharing.

Impressive. I like the HD01 a lot. Far more compact if that’s the size someone is looking for.

Yep…it’s the better light and it’s not close.

I concur with all you’ve said. The IF24 being a variation is a great way of putting its updated design in a correct context. The Wurkkos HD01 is a dandy little multipurpose light. It’s the perfect size for such a pocket carry. Hope you’re doing well, working my tail off and trying to keep up with YT reviews. Busy times but my treasured time is with the Word.

@@Realidealgear I think they are all good lights! Same on this side bro! We do what we can! Stay blessed man! Philippians 4:13 “I can do all this through him who gives me strength.”

You’ve hit on the reasons why I think the 23 is superior, not to mention the output is higher with a heat flood beam. Check out the candela video I did…I showcased the IF23 is a one of the best security lights anyone can own. Also…if you combine a dual charging battery with the 23, any camping/travel will two ways of charging multiple devices. And yet the dual charging batteries are usable in the IF23….there’s no need for an extraneous, dedicated battery packs. The 21700 dual charging batteries runs the IF23 whereas a charging pack can’t be quickly swapped/used in the IF23.

Thank you for commenting. I appreciate the feedback. The difference in size...the IF24 is longer (1.5mm) and the IF23 is slightly wider (1mm.). The IF23 is not a smaller size. If anything, they are a wash. Rotating a ring and then using the same basic click concept to access the modes within that ring mode...is more convoluted not less. Memorizing the ring positions is no different than memorizing the click pattern for the IF23. I agree the tint is better on the Pro. The IF24 is has less output across all light outputs, it's longer, the user interface is more complex by having to use two completely different user interfaces to change the light output, it's not usable as a power bank, and the narrower beam of the IF24 from the top light is not as effective for 90% of common uses (around the home, car, walkways). I see this is a the best all around light...sacrificing some things from each type of flashlight...as is always the case with do-it-all lights. Thanks for watching and commenting! have a great week.

The rotating ring is cumbersome. There are only three modes to memories, 1c, 2c, 3c. If that’s hundred times in your mind than I’d hate to hear how using a remote control is handled….which most don’t have any rotating rings, they may have a ring that clicks!!!

@@Realidealgear You literally screwed up with the 4 presses at 14:26, that means you would have to push it another 3-4 times to get back to that mode again lol.. Instead of just turning a dial. If you think the dial switch is cumbersome then I don't wanna know your definition of cumbersome lol.. It's a much quicker process

Yes, i and the pro version buck driver keeps the lumen spikes more leveled, if that makes sense. Thereby the drop off is also greatly minimized. I would take the IF24 Pro for that reason over the IF24. If you want a more versatile flashlight, the IF23 is the way to go (power bank alone makes the case). Thanks for watching and commenting.

I own the if23 & if24 pro. I tested them both with molicel batteries (p28a & p45b) & they really are just different. The if23 is a nice floody beam that is very powerful like said in the video. The if24 definitely has more throw, while still having plenty of spill to use up close. The light is much warmer, I’d assume 4500-5000k & it’s very pleasant to look at up close or even down range. Both great lights just completely different uses, I still can’t choose so I have been carrying both for like a month now haha

@@ericarenas2660 I wanted the if23 but bought the if24 by accident so ended up buying both as well

@@MrWhaatay Worse how?