Nitecore T4K vs Sofirn SC13 Mini size comparison
The Sofirn SC13 Mini is 17.4 mm (0.69 in) shorter than the Nitecore T4K, and 1.5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs listed), so compare them with care.
The Sofirn SC13 Mini is 17.4 mm (0.69 in) shorter than the Nitecore T4K, and 1.5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore T4K Check price ↗ | Sofirn SC13 Mini Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 82 mm (3.23 in) | 64.6 mm (2.54 in)−17.4 mm |
| Head / width | 30 mm (1.18 in) | 28.5 mm (1.12 in)−1.5 mm |
| Thickness | 29 mm (1.14 in) | — |
| Weight | 77 g listed | 40 g without battery |
| Battery | Built-in | 18350 |
| Max output | 4,000 lm | 1,300 lm |
| Throw | 209 m | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $89.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | from $19.99 at flashlightgo.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced | flashlightgo.com sourced Only head diameter listed |
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T4K vs SC13 Mini: how they differ
Size and weight
The Sofirn SC13 Mini is the shorter light: 64.6 mm (2.54 in) against 82 mm (3.23 in), a difference of 17.4 mm (21%). At its widest point the Sofirn SC13 Mini is 1.5 mm slimmer (28.5 vs 30 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore T4K: 77 g listed; Sofirn SC13 Mini: 40 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore T4K is rated brighter: 4,000 lm maximum vs 1,300 lm for the Sofirn SC13 Mini, 208% more.
Battery
The Nitecore T4K runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Sofirn SC13 Mini runs on a removable 18350 battery. Only the Sofirn SC13 Mini lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore T4K was $89.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Sofirn SC13 Mini from $19.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the Sofirn SC13 Mini cost $69.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Nitecore T4K if you want more output (4,000 lm vs 1,300 lm) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the Sofirn SC13 Mini if you want a shorter light (17.4 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (1.5 mm narrower) and a removable cell you can swap. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
Check price ↗ Nitecore T4K Check price ↗ Sofirn SC13 Mini
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T4K vs SC13 Mini FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore T4K or the Sofirn SC13 Mini?
The Sofirn SC13 Mini is the shorter light: 64.6 mm (2.54 in) against 82 mm (3.23 in), a difference of 17.4 mm (21%). At its widest point the Sofirn SC13 Mini is 1.5 mm slimmer (28.5 vs 30 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore T4K: 77 g listed; Sofirn SC13 Mini: 40 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore T4K or the Sofirn SC13 Mini?
The Nitecore T4K is rated brighter: 4,000 lm maximum vs 1,300 lm for the Sofirn SC13 Mini, 208% more.
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore T4K or the Sofirn SC13 Mini?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore T4K was $89.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Sofirn SC13 Mini from $19.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the Sofirn SC13 Mini cost $69.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore T4K and Sofirn SC13 Mini use the same battery?
The Nitecore T4K runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Sofirn SC13 Mini runs on a removable 18350 battery. Only the Sofirn SC13 Mini lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Nitecore T4K: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $89.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Sofirn SC13 Mini: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by flashlightgo.com. Price from $19.99 from flashlightgo.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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