Reddit reviews Sofirn SP32A V2.0 18650 Flashlight High Lumens with Rechargeable Battery and Charger, CREE XPL2 LED 1300 Lumen, Super Bright EDC Pocket Light with Power

So... that's not a very good light. You might be better off with something else rather than investing in a set of batteries to use in it that you probably won't use in anything else.

For example, the Sofirn SP32A with an 18650 Li-ion battery and a charger costs barely more than a set of four NiMH C batteries without a charger.

I'm just going to leave this here.

As for CR123a, you can get them for ≤$2 online.

Sofirn SP31 v2.0 is similar to the Wowtac A1S (dual switch but XP-L HI LED, so it's throwier). The low is 5lm. It's overpriced in Amazon, you can get it cheaper at AliExpress. Edit: Another option is the Sofirn SP32A v2.0, it allows you to choose between the fixed modes and ramping, but as it's side switch only you should use either electronic or mechanical lockup to prevent accidental activation.

Another option is the Thorfire VG15S (tail-switch only). Its XM-L2 LED is not the newest but it's still bright and the flashlight has a 0.5lm moonlight, the bundled battery is not bad and it isn't too expensive. The XP-L used in the Wowtac is pretty much a miniaturized version of the XM-L2 to fit in smaller spaces, they are very similar in performance.

Thank you! Good luck everyone!

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Sofirn SP32A 2.0 Flashlight Bundle

This one please: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07F8QTB2N/

There is a recommendation form in the sidebar we often ask people to fill out and make a top-level post, a lot of us enjoy helping match people to lights. It has info about size, use case, budget, etc.

I don’t know what your budget is, but for size I’m going to recommend a light that uses a single 18650 size rechargeable lithium battery. It’s a nice size to hold in the hand, and the batteries are a really good balance of size to power. They get about 500 recharge cycles, usually cost about $5, and hold the equivalent energy of 5 AA or 8 AAA cells. Since I don’t expect you to have any of these batteries, I’ll give you three good options that include them, and everything you need to run the light.


The cheapest good light that includes a battery is a Wowtac A1s. It’s probably the most-recommended beginner light on here and would serve you quite well. It comes with a special battery that has a micro-usb port built directly in. I don’t know how you could beat it for $26.

A couple dollars more gets you a Sofirn SP32. It has a good user interface with a single side e-switch (which makes it shorter, compared to the Wowtac with its tailswitch) illuminated switch to find it in the dark, and is currently on sale to bring it down to your price point. It uses a more traditional style of battery with an external charger.

For a bit of an upgrade, the Thrunite Neutron 2C is a good value. It has a built-in charging port so you never have to touch the battery, and a nice ramping interface, where instead of set light levels it increases or decreases until you get exactly how much you want.

Hope one of these helps, feel free to ask more questions here or make a whole new thread to get more community input.

Yeah I realize. Was mostly joking.
I'm aware, a good modern flashlight can be quite powerful.

For ex., when I get a spare $30 I'ma get me one of these pups:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07F8QTB2N/

1300 lumens (allegedly), under $30.
(Disclaimer: not shillin', I have no affiliation & haven't bought one yet so idk)

... Now imagine what'll be possible in 300-or-whatever years ...
our descendants won't have startrek phasers, but they will have
some seriously kickass flashlights. lol

Good list here. Would like to also suggest this set up from amazon. My father has been enjoying this sofrin from there.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07F8QTB2N/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_p4R6CbN065PBS

Need more karma but i'll give it a shot =) good luck everyone!

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07F8QTB2N/ref=ox_sc_act_title_5?smid=A2LRZV29F1JQ87&psc=1

For me it has to be this!

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07F8QTB2N/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=iossmf

Sofirn SP32A V2.0

https://www.amazon.com/Flashlight-Rechargeable-Battery-Charger-Indicator/dp/B07F8QTB2N



My suggestion.Unless someone has something used. This is hard to beat for an edc. Comes with everything you need.

The SP32 is $27.25 on Amazon US (after 6% coupon discount) , and lists 1300LM vs 1200 of the SP31. Are there any reasons not to spend the extra $2? Sorry, fairly new to the sub!

https://www.amazon.com/Flashlight-Rechargeable-Battery-Charger-Indicator/dp/B07F8QTB2N/ref=pd_bxgy_469_2/133-4932693-9275818?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B07F8QTB2N&pd_rd_r=6f70e58b-5f9b-11e9-a5e3-97ef2fc066fe&pd_rd_w=PBImt&pd_rd_wg=EXkiF&pf_rd_p=a2006322-0bc0-4db9-a08e-d168c18ce6f0&pf_rd_r=RG69FYV8TXAF5E747FAM&psc=1&refRID=RG69FYV8TXAF5E747FAM

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Thank you!

New guy here, long time lurker. You are outstanding for doing this, thank you!

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07F8QTB2N/

Thank you so much!

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07F8QTB2N/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=iossmf

I'm a man of a good sofirn
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07F8QTB2N/

I prefer this one please.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07F8QTB2N/

Thank you!

I could use an upgrade over my old flashlight

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07F8QTB2N/

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07F8QTB2N/

Seems like a winner?

Thank you
Sofirn SP32A V2.0

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07F8QTB2N/?coliid=IZQ8WT0E3Q7ZJ&colid=3VFF3LQ7HSG3M&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it

Thanks for doing this!
Sofirn SP32a V2.0

This flashlight has a silent button idk weight wise and it comes with a micro USB battery charger and a USB cable
Sofirn SP32A V2.0 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07F8QTB2N/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_fc1NDbGV35VNY

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07F8QTB2N/

This one looks pretty good for the price! All i have is 2 chinese zoomies ive been rocking the past few years, i need to upgrade soon as it is lol.

I would love this one please: Sofirn SP32A 2.0 Flashlight Bundle

Thanks a bunch!

Thanks! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07F8QTB2N/

Sofirn EDC
Thanks

There are some incredible lights out there not only much smaller than what you've got but significantly more powerful. Thrunite has a bundle deal on their amazing TC12 w/XP-L where you get the light with built-in charging and battery for $60 or Sofirn's SP32A v2.0 bundle is only $30 from Amazon. They are both top-notch quality at 1/2 the cost of olight and some of the other big names. Go with a neutral color, you won't be disappointed!

Sofirn SP32A V2.0 Bundle https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07F8QTB2N/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_rCh3CbWYH5QQV

Sofirn SP32A V2.0 kit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07F8QTB2N/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_5xP3Cb8ZWSBWW

Thanks for all you do! I'd be in for a Sofirn SP32a V2


https://www.amazon.com/Flashlight-Rechargeable-Battery-Charger-Indicator/dp/B07F8QTB2N/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1542853421&sr=8-3&keywords=sofirn+sp32a+v2.0