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Nitecore NU27 vs Sofirn HS40
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore NU27 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn HS40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn HS40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 233% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn HS40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU27 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU27 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS40 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU27 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 233% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS40 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU27 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 613% 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$44.95Most expensive
US$31.13Cheapest
Weight
56 g (1.98 oz)Lightest
65 g (2.29 oz)Heaviest
Length
65.5 mm (2.58 in)Shortest
111 mm (4.37 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
600 lmLowest output
2000 lmHighest output
Max candela
3705 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
123 m (404 ft)Lowest
175 m (574 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3420 minLongest runtime
480 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 850mAh Li-ion
18650 battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C (5V 2A)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Polycarbonate (PC)
Aerospace grade 6061 aluminum alloy, hard-anodized type III
Use case profile
Best for
CampingHikingTrail runningNight runningOutdoor adventuresFoggy and rainy environmentsEDC (Everyday Carry)
EDCHeadlamp useWorklightCampingOutdoor activitiesHands-free illuminationRight-angle beam illumination
Common praise
Lightweight and comfortable at 56 gramsMultiple color temperatures for varied lighting needsGood beam distance of 123 metersLong maximum runtime of 57 hoursUSB-C onboard chargingDurable with IP66 rating and impact resistance 1 meterVersatile with clip for cap or backpack use
High max output of 2000 lumensRight-angle beam useful for headlamp and hands-free useLightweight at 65g body weightGood runtime on medium modesEffective dual-use as headlamp and flashlight toolWaterproof to IP68 standardUSB-C charging with battery indicatorStepless and stepped ramping modes
Common complaints
Lack of memory function—resets to lowest neutral light when powered offBeam has some flare-like artifacts not ideal for flood lighting
Lowest moonlight mode relatively floodier and lacks ultra-low sub-lumen outputNo built-in high CRI emitter optionSome users dislike new tube knurling and tailcap designMode spacing and lack of advanced firmware customization
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