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Imalent LD35 vs Loop Gear SK05

What LD35 does better (0) and where SK05 wins (3) — every spec side by side.

Imalent LD35
Imalent · 2026LD35
0 advantages≈ $60
vs
Loop Gear SK05
Loop Gear · 2024SK05
9.1Score
3 advantages≈ $65
Higher score
5.0Brightness & throw6.5

Why is LD35 better than SK05?

LD35 has no measurable advantages in this pair.

Why is SK05 better than LD35?

  1. Maximum output1,200 lm vs 2,850 lm2.4×
  2. Beam distance (ANSI FL1)328 m vs 380 m+16%
  3. Peak beam intensity26,900 cd vs 36,100 cd+34%
Specifications

Side by side

Loop Gear SK05Loop Gear SK05≈ $659.1
Light output
Maximum output1,200 lm2,850 lm
Peak beam intensity26,900 cd36,100 cd
Beam distance (ANSI FL1)328 m380 m
Light sourceLEDLED
Battery & charging
Maximum runtime—480 h
RechargeableYesYes
Power bank function—Yes
Build & durability
Protection rating—IP68
Water protection (IPx)—IPx8
Impact resistance (drop)—1 m
Body material—Aluminium
Magnetic tail / base—Yes
Pocket clip—Yes
Modes & features
Brightness levels—7
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