Comparison Console
Fenix HP30R V2.0 vs Sofirn HS42 Rechargeable
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Sofirn HS42 Rechargeable stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn HS42 Rechargeable stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix HP30R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn HS42 Rechargeable stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HP30R V2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 174% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS42 Rechargeable stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HP30R V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 515% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS42 Rechargeable stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HP30R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HP30R V2.0 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS42 Rechargeable stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$153.31Most expensive
US$56Cheapest
Weight
437 g (15.41 oz)Heaviest
71 g (2.50 oz)Lightest
Length
92 mm (3.62 in)Shortest
112 mm (4.41 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmHighest output
2100 lmLowest output
Max candela
Unknown
11525 cd
Beam distance
270 m (886 ft)Highest
215 m (705 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
7200 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
Two 21700 Li-ion rechargeable batteries
1x 18650 3.7v unprotected lithium battery (included)
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IP66
Impact resistance
1.98 m (6 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Unknown
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
HikingMountain treksJungle treksSnow expeditionsProfessional use such as fire brigade, police, defense, rescue workers
HuntingGeneral outdoor useEDCCampingHikingFishing
Common praise
Very powerful light output up to 3000 lumensVersatile beam modes including spotlight and floodlightDetachable battery pack for convenience and warmthLong battery runtime, especially on low modesComfortable weight distribution with battery pack off the headEasy to use rotary control switch
High sustained brightnessGood balance of price and featuresVersatile beam types (spot, flood, red)Lightweight and compact for a triple channel headlampUSB-C charging convenientRegulated output for stable brightness
Common complaints
Adjustment switch initially stiff and affects beam angleRubber cover for charging port may break or get lost
No glass lens protection (optic exposed)Magnet weak on thin metalLacks lanyard attachment includedTailcap design hinders flat tailstanding with lanyard attached
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