Comparison Console
Nitecore NU25 vs Sofirn HS41 4000LM
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore NU25 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn HS41 4000LM stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn HS41 4000LM stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 900% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn HS41 4000LM stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU25 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU25 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS41 4000LM stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU25 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS41 4000LM stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 900% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU25 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS41 4000LM stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1475% 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$37Most expensive
US$24.99Cheapest
Weight
47 g (1.66 oz)Lightest
79 g (2.79 oz)Heaviest
Length
60 mm (2.36 in)Shortest
115 mm (4.53 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
400 lmLowest output
4000 lmHighest output
Max candela
4351 cdLowest candela
26475 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
132 m (433 ft)Lowest
325 m (1066 ft)Highest
Max runtime
2700 minShortest runtime
42528 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 700mAh Li-ion battery
1x 21700 rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C (5V, 3A)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
PC (polycarbonate)
A6061-T6 aluminium alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Ultralight thru-hikersBackpackersTrail runners
Outdoor activitiesLong hours of workCyclingCampingNight hikesEmergency use
Common praise
Lightweight and comfortableMultiple color temperature optionsGood beam distance and brightness for size and weightReliable with USB-C recharge and battery indicatorVersatile output modes including red light and SOS
High output brightness and long beam distanceMultiple lighting modes including moonlight and turboLightweight and comfortable to wear with IP68 waterproof ratingMagnetic tail cap and detachable design for handheld useLong battery runtime especially in moonlight mode
Common complaints
Multiple colors and modes can be confusing to operate
No explicit complaints reported in sources
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