sofirn SP33 V3 Super Bright Flashlight 3500 High Lumens, USB C Rechargeable Flashlight with Powerful LED, for Camping Hiking Walking

So more recently, these LED lights have REALLY improved in many ways. I get some folks like simple: on/off or just a few levels of output where we "clicked" up or down to the next level. Now, this latest version three (V3) of the SP33 from Sofirn allows for ramping in a light that fits the hand well for most people, has a LONG run-time, and gives you a wide, bright beam.Ramping is just pushing and holding the button... then the brightness SMOOTHLY goes UP. Or let go and push and hold again to ramp DOWN. Double clicking it gets you to the highest output instantly- a neat feature when you just want get to full "ON" NOW!The battery in this light is larger than most. I got the Sofirn kit including the battery. Compared to a few other LED lights I have, this light rarely gets a charge- it runs a long time. But unlike the older versions of this light (one of which I have), this new model ALSO has a handy USB-C charge port built in. Worried at first (about rain, dust, and other bad things you don't want in your light), I used it a couple of times now and the rubber seal is a Navy grade design. You have to push the rubber seal (which also stays "dangled" to the light when charging) in really good. But once it's in... it's not going anywhere AND it's not in the way- it stays flush. I truly believe this light would easily survive a short-term drop into the water without issue.I took a picture of the beam (sorry iPad is all I have to use for now). I am an organic gardener and use both LED hand-held lights and headlights most nights warding off varmints (and picking off worms and beetles- that is the organic way ;). The tomato plants in the background are 8 Ft. tall (for scale). I also took a picture of another great LED light (also from Sofirn): the SP36. Both lights had charged batteries in them, but the SP36 was not quite to full output (see pic. #2). Still, you can at least see how this much smaller SP33 V3 keeps up nicely in several respects with a more expensive, larger, multi-led light like the SP36.Given the size of this light, it's not a tight pocket light. But for the back door, hunting pack, backpack, or jacket pocket... the SP33 V3 is pretty handy especially given it's run time. If you could only have ONE light (haha!) this might be one to consider as it gets out there nice, throwing well out past 100 yards. But it's not as heavy as most lights that do what it does.I have owned about a dozen different LED lights over the last 5 years or so. This includes both single and multi-emitter models as well as headlamps and lanterns. What I can say is that I like good value for GOOD, well engineered products; AND I like the latest technology available (within reason... I am not NASA!). With that, I can also say MOST of my lights are Sofirn brand lights. As a REAL factory... they MAKE other brands for some other well known companies and so they know what works and what doesn't. So you don't buy a "problem" with Sofirn and if in the rare event you do have a problem- they answer the email and take care of you. My one issue with an early release light was resolved within a few hours online and they made it right... and "right" away ;)Given the quality, price, and latest features (like ramping) you can't do better for your money with this light. No plastic parts, everything milled on a lathe, excellent finish, latest technology... all from a very respected and reputable company. What's not to like!

The original SP33 was a great flashlight but Sofirn continues to improve their models. Much has been changed with version 3. That includes the body, reflector, UI, output, charging system, and compatible batteries.I have a good number of Sofirn lights. I’ve never received a faulty one and have never had one fail. All are well-built with flawless machining and anodizing, well-cut square threads, and a solid feel. The SP33V3 is no exception.The online description is misleading. Features are missing. Light levels are incorrect as of this writing. Hopefully, Sofirn will have that corrected as you read this. However, the manual is excellent and I’m rating the light, not that description. I’ll give the correct the light level data and discuss features not covered. I will not dwell on information correctly covered online. You can get it there.The light has 5 light levels , not 4, and are different than listed online. The levels, lumens and runtimes are: (1) Moonlight/1/31 days (2) Low/150/26 hr. 36 min. (3) Med/450/9 hr. 21 min. (4 )High/1600/2 hr. 21 min. (5) Turbo/3500/ 1 hr. 53 min. It does have strobe. It has step down thermal protection. Note: Time in step down is counted until output falls below 10% of rated output. That’s why Turbo has such a surprisingly long runtime.I really like the UI. The light has memory…it will remember the last setting used. The light turns off and on with a single click. While on, hold the switch down and it steps up from low to high and then repeats. The higher quality Sofirn lights, such as the SP33V3, have a lower setting mode and Turbo. For the lower setting (moonlight)… from off, hold the button down and it will access it. Double click from either off or on and you have Turbo. For both levels a single click reverts to the previous setting. The light also has a ramp mode. 4 very rapid clicks while the light is on and you change modes between ramp and step. Hold the button down in ramp mode and you can select any light level you want…from 1 to 3500 lumens. To change the direction of the ramp, simply release the button and hold down again. 3 quick clicks gives strobe.It comes with an adapter for 18650 batteries. Flashaholics, me included, will likely have a good collection of 18650s…so you’ll already have spare batteries.I expected that version 3 would use the SP33 body for the upgrade. Not so. It has a new bezel which is longer in length…and thinner in cross section making for a slightly larger diameter reflector. The front cooking fins have been moved forward allowing a broader area for the switch…making it easier to find. The cooling fins are also deeper for improved cooling. The charging port is directly opposite the switch. This, again, makes the switch easier to locate by feel. The body is also a couple of millimeters shorter in length and a few grams lighter in weight but that is of little consequence.This light has some heft to it…it’s about twice as heavy as most tube lights and 50% larger in diameter. In the hand, it’s a comfortable slip-free carry with its well textured grip. It’s not a light to carry in your pocket. It lends itself to hand carry, backpack carry, or use at a fixed base such as in a camp or a home. Sofirn apparently shares that opinion as they do not offer a belt clip or holster. However, I have found that, although a bit bulky in carry, it will fit in the XTAR holster for 6 to 8 inch lights.The version 3 has a shade over 900 ft. of throw…that’s an increase of 190 feet over the original SP33. The XP50.2 is a large LED. With the SP33V3 reflector diameter and design, it results in a large amount of flood. It truly will light up your entire backyard…and then some…even ifs a big back yard.. The hotspot is relatively large but the massive output on turbo still yields plenty of throw. Both SP33 versions indicate a color temperature of 6000-6500k. However, my light is noticeably more of a neutral than the cool beam of my old SP33.I have a high quality lithium battery charger so never felt the need to have USB charging. However, after purchasing the Sofirn SC31, I began to appreciate the advantages. While traveling, I always carry a USB cable and power supply for my smart phone. To no longer have the need to carry a dedicated charger or extra batteries for my light is a major plus.I have only one nitpick and that’s the 1 lumen moonlight setting. For relatively close in work, it’s near useless and the next highest setting at 150 lumens is too bright. I would much prefer a setting in the range of 5 to 15 lumens. Granted, the moonlight does help preserve night vision but 5 lumens does a pretty good job as well. However, with ramp mode, you can still find a level that works so it’s far from a major issue.The “Wow” factor definitely deserves a mention. 3500 lumens is nearly 3 times the output of a standard automotive high beam headlight. It’s truly impressive!The SP33V3 is a major upgrade with many added features. It has a huge output and the increase in throw over the old SP33 is readily apparent. It costs a bit more, but, even without the 1000 lumen boost, I would still consider the upgrade to be a worthy investment. It’s a winner!

First impression was poor. But this light isn’t bad at all for the price. 4 months into owning this light and only problem really is the rubber charger cover won’t stay in so it’s no longer water proof/resistant. And always have to try to keep it out of the dirt and snow and all that. But other than that this light is still very bright has wide flood. Just wish it had a zoom feature but it does throw pretty far. Great light for the price if your looking for a decent cheap light that’s pretty bright. If your looking for something better for around the $100 and up range I would highly suggest getting a fenix brand light. Any of the 1,000+ lumen lights will blow you away! Take my word for it I am a flashlight fanatic and I am very picky. Fenix will always be my favorite brand for lights and you’ll see why if you go and buy one. AND fenix has great customer service and fast response. 👍👍