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Nitecore HC60 UHE vs Sofirn HS42
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Sofirn HS42 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn HS42 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn HS42 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn HS42 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS42 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS42 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS42 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 40% 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$64.95Most expensive
US$56Cheapest
Weight
140 g (4.94 oz)Heaviest
71 g (2.50 oz)Lightest
Length
80 mm (3.15 in)Shortest
112 mm (4.41 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmLowest output
2100 lmHighest output
Max candela
6170 cdLowest candela
11525 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
157 m (515 ft)Lowest
215 m (705 ft)Highest
Max runtime
12000 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
4,000mAh 18650 Li-ion battery
18650 Lithium-ion rechargeable (button top unprotected)
Charging type
USB-C (5V/2A)
USB-C in body
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP66
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
PC and aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Outdoor activities such as night running, trekking, hiking, camping, trail running, climbingIndustrial inspectionOutdoor workEmergency lighting
HuntingGeneral use requiring multiple beam typesUsers needing spot, flood and red lighting modes
Common praise
High brightness and efficient beam with 1600 lumens outputLong runtime up to 200 hours on lowest modeLightweight and comfortable to wear with center-of-gravity bracket designDurable construction with IP68 waterproof and 2 meter impact resistanceEasy one-handed operation with dual switches and mode flexibilityUSB-C charging with indicator lights
High maximum output for a headlamp of this sizeMultiple beam types: spot, flood, and red LEDsUSB-C onboard chargingLightweight and compact form factorGood build quality with anodized aluminum bodyAffordable price point
Common complaints
Brightness decreases after prolonged use due to temperature regulation (ATR module)Charging port placement may seem unusual but functions well
No glass lens, optic exposed and prone to scratchingImpact resistance only rated to 1 meterRed LEDs output lower than expectedLanyard hole design prevents tail-standing with lanyard attached
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