Sofirn IF22A - Type-C rechargeable long-range flashlight with Power bank Type-C to C support

[@FLASHAHOLIC_TV]

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[@elixir220]

I’m a newbie to the flashlight scene. Lots of different content. Imo you had the best comparison video i have seen yet. Thank you for your efforts

[@esezate1]

I'm loving your videos, the music selection makes you unique, original, authentic, invigorating and blends well with your night shots. Your hard work is appreciated! From Santa Clarita CA!

[@nickmoore8108]

The Oblivion music is a great touch!

[@TheGrenadier97]

Sofirn is a very solid brand. I'm considering this one to add a thrower in my tiny collection.

[@HarryPottard]

The Acebeam L19 is better imo

[@jerryinohio1978]

I bought a Imalent ms18 six months ago and the battery will no longer take a charge.

[@alanrabinowitz7111]

@@HarryPottard its 3 times the price so ofcourse it is.

[@caroltenge5147]

buy the SF22 and save grief.

[@Paniszer2024]

@@HarryPottard🤣🤣🤣160€ vs 28€

[@_Frimer_]

You definitely need a comparison between IF22 vs IF22A. They are both great but there are important differences that might sway people to buy the IF22 instead. Around 4min in Turbo, slightly longer range and less flood even though it's still pretty good (the outer ring is more pronounced), also the IF22 is a bit longer and has slightly larger heat sink which contributes to better heat dissipation hence the longer turbo mode. It's actually a pretty hard choice to choose between them therefore that review would be great to help people decide. 😉

[@miller2432]

Spill on if22 was suck

[@asm200sx]

I just received mine this morning, can't wait to use it tonight! 😊

[@caroltenge5147]

we'll how did it work?

[@elf1nn]

@@caroltenge5147 He went to the dangerous place but didn't make it out.

[@caroltenge5147]

@@elf1nn Love it ! !

[@rabehhamdi1249]

مساء الخير بعد سنة كيف كانت التجربة هل تنصح بشرائه

[@relayerrelayer8226]

Superb as always mate👍🏼 would've been nice if its sister IF22 also join the review.. Cheers☕

[@MrBlessed70]

I've been waiting for this vid...many thanks for this!!!!!!!!

[@JamieBthe2nd]

Interestingly there seems to be two different versions of the if22a. The other version has a slightly different lens and a tighter spot and maybe slightly longer throw as it seems a little brighter. One has a lower case logo, while the other upper case lettering. Hmmm.... 🤔

[@victorfox5713]

Большое спасибо Вам за отличный обзор и великолепные сравнения!

[@joeframo3347]

Such a great video the music fits the scene that's awesome Music Man so deep but yes this flashlight is amazing such a great company thank you for sharing

[@Zequintiny]

I have to go back and play Oblivion. Thanks for the reminder.

[@joshtrader6423]

Is the background music from the elder scrolls oblivion?

[@TheRasalhaag]

Why is the red charging light flickering at 1:55? One blink normal the next just a short flash...

[@FLASHAHOLIC_TV]

It happened when I plugged it in fully charged.

[@TheRasalhaag]

@@FLASHAHOLIC_TV is this normal? I thought it would blink red and then turn constant green when charged fully?

[@FLASHAHOLIC_TV]

@@TheRasalhaag Me too.

[@TheRasalhaag]

@@FLASHAHOLIC_TV I also have a IF22A with the same strange flickering charging LED. I complained to Sofirn and received a new IF22A. This blinks red normally when charging and then turns to green solid when finished. I tested both flashlights on the same charger and cable and batteries.

[@FLASHAHOLIC_TV]

@@TheRasalhaag I got a 2nd IF22A today and it charges normally. The one in the review is buggy.

[@BrianWatkins9000]

Nice video! I've been considering this flashlight. Also, the music reminds me of Skyrim, which is kind of fun.

[@THEPLANETEARTH]

does this work with button top 21700s

[@najiharby7260]

I wish if you test it with astrolux ae01 sst40 tir

[@RetroMancer242]

Dude with the dramatic music thinks this is a video game. Well when I jump out of those bushes like a crazed maniac your gonna find out SHIT JUST JUST GOT REAL!! 🤣🤣🤣

[@mightyfinejonboy]

looking forward to an ASTROLUX EC06 review :-)

[@krapeevids6992]

Damn this flashlight came out over a year ago? Just ordered one yesterday in green. My first new one in about a year.

[@FLASHAHOLIC_TV]

Very popular light still. I'm not sure where mine has gone 😞

[@Lumencraft-]

I like the thumbnail on your video.

[@DARTHDANSAN]

If you guys can get your hands on the thru nite catapult mini you should

[@maximaniac7231]

Excellent review as always. This little Sofirn thrower is amazing considering it's small size. I think I'm going with a Wurkkos TS30S though. Yeah, it's bigger, but for what I'll use a thrower for, that doesn't matter. 6000 lumens and an SBT90.2 are too tempting for me to turn down, even if it is around $30 and change more.

[@jericosha2842]

I got both. The TS30S is a great light! I do however love having the option of a pocket thrower when I have something else on me.

[@alanrabinowitz7111]

Man I don't know where you are but here in the US a wurkkos TS30s is going for over a 100 US dollars. For that kind of money I could get something far more powerful, efficient light with amazing runtimes such as a Convoy L7. SBT 90.2 is such a power hungry emitter, I cannot have it powered by just one 21700 cell. This light is 1/3rd its price, is relatively efficient and is much more pocketable.

[@normalguy7898]

What did you end up doing and how are you finding it?

[@commandroid9336]

Please tell me if this one is better or sc31 pro

[@FLASHAHOLIC_TV]

IF22A is quite a dedicated thrower, pro is a better all round use light.

[@commandroid9336]

@@FLASHAHOLIC_TV thanks friend. Is there any other all rounder flashlight that you might suggest in similar budget.to that of Sc31 pro?

[@FLASHAHOLIC_TV]

@@commandroid9336 THRUNITE TN12 is impressive

[@FLASHAHOLIC_TV]

might be pricier though.

[@sabbelkoenig5751]

good video i bought this flashlight too, but i think its defectiv. it dont step down after 2:30 minutes on turbo and gets really hot what do you think?

[@FLASHAHOLIC_TV]

Do you live in a cool climate?

[@sabbelkoenig5751]

@@FLASHAHOLIC_TV germany here it is hot at moment. in my room i have around 24 - 28°

[@sabbelkoenig5751]

@@FLASHAHOLIC_TV how ? as i can see there is no option for this with this flashlight.

[@nitrorc4life1]

I'm ok with it having little spill on lower levels, its a thrower

[@j.w.j.a.2014]

Would you happen to know if the longer one (if22) have the power bank function as well? Thanks!

[@ប្រាក់ឌួង]

Nice light ❤

[@thichthanh8227]

It's a shame it don't have anduril ui. I'll choose the if22 for thrower tho

[@YuhNinja]

This video was hard to find! Why did you make it unlisted!?

[@FLASHAHOLIC_TV]

No stock available yet.

[@YuhNinja]

@@FLASHAHOLIC_TV I purchased one about 2 weeks ago, it's on its way!

[@relayerrelayer8226]

@@FLASHAHOLIC_TV geez.. what a relief,😪i thought ye start doin those 'exclusive,limited, kind of stuff

[@FLASHAHOLIC_TV]

@@relayerrelayer8226 the patreon stuff!

[@DRayL_]

Is this a recommended buy torch? Or best to leave it be?

[@FLASHAHOLIC_TV]

It's a popular flashlight with very good range. I don't use it much as I like the flood to be a bit brighter on my lights.

[@DRayL_]

@@FLASHAHOLIC_TV That's what I was wondering about. Thank you. I also prefer a flood to be a part of a light as well. I think I'll leave it be and just use my current best "throwing" light [Nitecore SRT9].

[@DRayL_]

@@FLASHAHOLIC_TV Out of curiosity,....of all the lights you have reviewed,...what is your current "go to" torch?

[@FLASHAHOLIC_TV]

@@DRayL_ Sofirn IF25.

[@DRayL_]

@@FLASHAHOLIC_TV Great! Thanks again! Enjoy the rest of your day!

[@eternalvoid8153]

Mine is on the way

[@winternight6689]

Great review as always! Can I ask you a question? Do you keep a torch on your nightstand at night for emergencies? And if so, which one? Thanks from Italy.

[@FLASHAHOLIC_TV]

I have the Sofirn SP70 at hand as it's quite defensive.

[@winternight6689]

@@FLASHAHOLIC_TV LOL! You must have quite a big nighstand! :-) I myself have a Sofirn C8G under my bed... Thanks!

[@practicalguy973]

Wurkkos TS30S with the big strike bezel for me. Makes the beam look funny but its like having 4 little daggers. 🙂

[@alanrabinowitz7111]

@@practicalguy973 ha very practical indeed

[@domzbu]

Wow, very close to Catapult V6 performance, in a truly pocketable package.

[@alanrabinowitz7111]

The V6 edition 2 is not a good choice with the weird emitter choice thrunite made. I really like this light but not so sure about how sustained its output can be or its durability because of that big exposed face with almost no metal lip too protect it

[@domzbu]

@@alanrabinowitz7111 good points. I’ve got the original V6 but find it just too big for even jacket pocket. I carry it some nights in my backpack and get it to hand occasionally but would like a similar power that I could get in my trouser pocket, and this f22 even has a clip, however the exposed head is a concern

[@alanrabinowitz7111]

@@domzbu you could look into the IF22. Its only slightly bigger and from what ive seen in one or two review of it out there. But the head seems more protected. Alternatively, there is also the Thrunite mini with a smaller battery ofc. I think the Wurkkos FC12 also deserves a look. It throws well, wirhout being a dedicated thrower and is EDC sized so will fit in your pocket with no problem.

[@domzbu]

@@alanrabinowitz7111 thanks. Yeah I’ve had my eye on the mini and it looks even handier for pockets, although an exposed head too, might benefit from a small drawstring pouch which can withstand an accidental turbo activation! Something fireproof 😂

[@thedarksideofyoutube7624]

Are you seriously trying to tell us Charles is actually Mr Tumble?

[@UnCoolDad]

Your neighbours must think you are a weirdo 🤣

[@FLASHAHOLIC_TV]

Because I take a 100,000 lumens flashlight with me to put an empty pizza box in the wheelie bin?

[@domzbu]

@@FLASHAHOLIC_TV 😂

[@czarna_polewka]

Hi! Does it require protected or unprotected cells? This Sofirn battery looks like unprotected, but You say it's protected. Is it safe to charge the unprotected battery with driver of this Sofirn?

[@FLASHAHOLIC_TV]

It works with either battery fine.

[@czarna_polewka]

@@FLASHAHOLIC_TV Thanks!

[@joeframo3347]

He's coming for you

[@normalguy7898]

Do you have a favourite out of this or the cyansky k3?

[@FLASHAHOLIC_TV]

This Sofirn. Nice UI.

[@adenissula]

can it be related to remote control this model?

[@FLASHAHOLIC_TV]

A pressure switch?

[@adenissula]

@@FLASHAHOLIC_TV yes for that. Is it suitable for hunting?

[@caroltenge5147]

While a nice little light for use around the house or yard, there are several regrets. The spot isn't very sharp, and fans out over distance making it less effective. The control switch is very hard to find once you take your finger off of it. Really. And then theres the temperature. This light really gets warm. On turbo it heats up really fast. Actually gets hot. Even on high it gets uncomfortable to hold after a few minutes. Why isn't this stuff pointed out in all the reviews.

[@FLASHAHOLIC_TV]

Sounds like most flashlights!

[@caroltenge5147]

@@FLASHAHOLIC_TV Then why didnt you mention it friend? Get down to the bone on your assays and tell everything. Not just with long shots... Tell if you ought to wear gloves with the IF22A.

[@FLASHAHOLIC_TV]

@@caroltenge5147 the threads were well greased and the knurling is very nice...

[@caroltenge5147]

@@FLASHAHOLIC_TV Then buy a pair of insulated asbestos gloves so you dont fry your hands.

[@Daniel-zs5uk]

Bro use imalent dn70 rechargeable torchlight

[@FLASHAHOLIC_TV]

Nah.

[@CTROCK]

Does this have a double click for turbo mode?

[@wy2679]

Yes

[@practicalguy973]

Nice liking that optic and beam profile. I wonder if its the same optic as the Thrunite Catapult Mini.

[@bens6865]

Could you review the SP33v3? It has the Same ramp UI, orange peel reflector, and XHP 50.2.

[@Irfan87]

This is Witcher 3 Skellige Island music lol.

[@MLinktheprophet]

Great editing! How did you get the clown to be there with the light on and off??

[@FLASHAHOLIC_TV]

That's MrTumble, the creepiest bloke in the UK!

[@hanismike2361]

Between Manker mc13 and if22a which one do you prefer sir?

[@FLASHAHOLIC_TV]

IF22A is probably more useable, the MC13 is almost like LEP laser light at lower brightness levels. I you need throw though the MC13 should be able to throw further for longer as it has less power draining the battery and causing heat

[@hanismike2361]

@@FLASHAHOLIC_TV thanks for the feedback sir, definitely going to IF22A, one sub for me.

[@thomasjacobson6518]

W tym modelu jest problem z topiącą się soczewką, podczas długiego świecenia w maksymalnym trybie.

[@Dare_To_Imagine]

Excellent review as always! Would you recommend this IF22A as a "handyman" to keep in the car?

[@FLASHAHOLIC_TV]

I'd go IF25A or the epic IF25 as its a wider beam.

[@MrJeepmarine]

I just got this light. I am still trying to understand the user interface. I wish it wasn't so complicated, it seems like a good light.

[@MarwandiArsyad]

I like thisss.. 👍❤️🔥❤️👌

[@kylam9874]

👍Thanks.👍💯

[@Balllsy]

Great review thanks.. Weird thing for me is, even though I'm subscribed and have notifications on, I never get any notifications for new videos.. Any suggestions on how to rectify the issue would be appreciated.

[@FLASHAHOLIC_TV]

No wonder my views have dropped massively!

[@Balllsy]

@@FLASHAHOLIC_TV seems to be a common occurrence with larger channels, I've seen this mentioned by others but never experienced it myself.

[@МиколаПитерскОй]

Best

[@relayerrelayer8226]

Close to the edge..

[@avgrim7729]

Can you recommend the best LEP flashlight for the money? I am looking at the Lumintop Thor III for $165. It's max beam is around 2500m. What do you think?

[@YuhNinja]

Yes. Personally I want the Thor mini/ ant man though. Only about $100

[@FLASHAHOLIC_TV]

I refuse to buy or review LUMINTOP, so hard pass for me. I really like the MAXTOCH LA60.

[@YuhNinja]

@@FLASHAHOLIC_TV Why?

[@FLASHAHOLIC_TV]

@@YuhNinja dangerous switches and general poor buikd quality.

[@laurahunt7511]

Great reviews as always 👌..and sofirns are really good for the price it's hard to beat..but as for lumintop imo I've never had any issues with any of mine I'm sure I don't have as many as an dedicated reviewer of flashlights but I've had no issues with not one of the 8 I have of that brand

[@Alteriii000]

sofirn c8l plase

[@MRGOOPY123]

fookin DARKNUUUUUSSSSHHHHHHH

[@blessingproidn]

👍👍👍

[@gonzalez7805]

Nice light

[@mrfooziesfilmclub]

Thank god for this video Flash - I thought I was in a minority when I find Mr Tumble 'questionable' - it's true though - the only people that think clowns are funny are other clowns!....... Remember aim for their noses, it's the only weak spot.

[@FLASHAHOLIC_TV]

Tumble is really dubious. The man either dresses up as a woman or ends up with cream all over his cheeks.

[@mrfooziesfilmclub]

@@FLASHAHOLIC_TV probably both at weekends! 😂

[@mrfooziesfilmclub]

@@FLASHAHOLIC_TV and splash mountain has a whole different meaning in his head..... Ugh, f'ing clowns😬

[@alanrabinowitz7111]

Thanks for the great review as always. It is an impressive light no doubt but it also tells me to not buy this light. I doubt it will be very useful as a walking-around light since you need to use it on high/turbo for any useful spill which it probably cannot sustain for long and will blind or annoy other pedestrians in an urban area. Something like a SOfirn SF47T will be more useful with its long runtimes when a real thrower is required.

[@IsraelMagalit]

Another mint review 👌🏼 Thanks for making it 👍🏼 Which compact flashlight would you consider to have the best combination of throw and flood? Or put in another way, what pocket thrower would you consider the best to use as a walking light?

[@FLASHAHOLIC_TV]

Probably the IF22A but it's pretty big. The Sofirn FC12 and Amutorch E3S are fairly pocket friendly and throw well.

[@IsraelMagalit]

@@FLASHAHOLIC_TV I'll take a look at those. Thanks!

[@IsraelMagalit]

@@FLASHAHOLIC_TV turbo on the E3S is insane! The FC12 is impressive as well, but too long for me to consider pocketable. I don't mind bigger heads (up to 40mm diameter) but I prefer something in the 85-120mm length range. Thanks for the recos 👍🏼

[@eucaryot]

😅👍

[@MLinktheprophet]

I use this light strictly for defensive purposes because other then that it really has no use.

[@KupuJlJl-OJleroBu4]

D2

[@patrickvelazquez3419]

Um this is the most audibly confusing flashoholic vid I’ve encountered

[@FLASHAHOLIC_TV]

Mr Tumble!

[@francomessina4969]

Ciao vedo meglio sofirn

[@john896]

I have same flashlight..so the light is so amazing..but the quality is not the best! I prefer olight brand..less turbo, less lumens but best battery and light quality!