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Nitecore UT27 vs Sofirn HS41 4000LM
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore UT27 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn HS41 4000LM stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 400% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn HS41 4000LM stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 4788% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore UT27 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS41 4000LM stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore UT27 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS41 4000LM stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 400% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore UT27 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS41 4000LM stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 4788% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore UT27 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS41 4000LM stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 105% 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$24.99
Weight
74 g (2.61 oz)Lightest
79 g (2.79 oz)Heaviest
Length
56 mm (2.20 in)Shortest
115 mm (4.53 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
800 lmLowest output
4000 lmHighest output
Max candela
7124 cdLowest candela
26475 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
168 m (551 ft)Lowest
325 m (1066 ft)Highest
Max runtime
870 minShortest runtime
42528 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
HLB1500 rechargeable Li-ion battery (1500mAh) with USB-C charging port; also compatible with 3x AAA batteries
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
Durable polycarbonate (PC)
A6061-T6 aluminium alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Trail runningNight runningTrekkingHikingCampingEmergency lighting
Outdoor activitiesLong hours of workCyclingCampingNight hikesEmergency use
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 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
Not designed for maximum lumens output compared to some other headlampsSome users may prefer longer runtime on highest mode
No explicit complaints reported in sources
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