Comparison Console
Nitecore UT27 vs Sofirn HS40
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Sofirn HS40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn HS40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore UT27 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn HS40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore UT27 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore UT27 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS40 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore UT27 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore UT27 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS40 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 98% 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
Unknown
US$31.13
Weight
74 g (2.61 oz)Heaviest
65 g (2.29 oz)Lightest
Length
56 mm (2.20 in)Shortest
111 mm (4.37 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
800 lmLowest output
2000 lmHighest output
Max candela
7124 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
168 m (551 ft)Lowest
175 m (574 ft)Highest
Max runtime
870 minLongest runtime
480 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
HLB1500 rechargeable Li-ion battery (1500mAh) with USB-C charging port; also compatible with 3x AAA batteries
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
Durable polycarbonate (PC)
Aerospace grade 6061 aluminum alloy, hard-anodized type III
Use case profile
Best for
Trail runningNight runningTrekkingHikingCampingEmergency lighting
EDCHeadlamp useWorklightCampingOutdoor activitiesHands-free illuminationRight-angle beam illumination
Common praise
Lightweight and comfortable for trail runningGood range and beam qualityThree selectable color temperatures for versatile outdoor useAuxiliary red light preserves night visionBuilt-in rechargeable battery with USB-C chargingDurable construction with good water and impact resistance
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
Not designed for maximum lumens output compared to some other headlampsSome users may prefer longer runtime on highest mode
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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