Comparison Console
Nitecore NU27 vs Sofirn HS41 4000LM
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore NU27 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn HS41 4000LM stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn HS41 4000LM stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 567% 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 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU27 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU27 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS41 4000LM stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU27 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS41 4000LM stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 567% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU27 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS41 4000LM stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1144% 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$24.99Cheapest
Weight
56 g (1.98 oz)Lightest
79 g (2.79 oz)Heaviest
Length
65.5 mm (2.58 in)Shortest
115 mm (4.53 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
600 lmLowest output
4000 lmHighest output
Max candela
3705 cdLowest candela
26475 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
123 m (404 ft)Lowest
325 m (1066 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3420 minShortest runtime
42528 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 850mAh Li-ion
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
Polycarbonate (PC)
A6061-T6 aluminium alloy
Use case profile
Best for
CampingHikingTrail runningNight runningOutdoor adventuresFoggy and rainy environmentsEDC (Everyday Carry)
Outdoor activitiesLong hours of workCyclingCampingNight hikesEmergency use
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 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
Lack of memory function—resets to lowest neutral light when powered offBeam has some flare-like artifacts not ideal for flood lighting
No explicit complaints reported in sources
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