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Sofirn HS40 vs Sofirn SC13B
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Sofirn SC13B stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn HS40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn HS40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn HS40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC13B stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC13B stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS40 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC13B stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS40 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC13B stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2025% 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$31.13Cheapest
US$32.99Most expensive
Weight
65 g (2.29 oz)Heaviest
40 g (1.41 oz)Lightest
Length
111 mm (4.37 in)Longest
64.6 mm (2.54 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2000 lmHighest output
1300 lmLowest output
Max candela
Unknown
9520.5 cd
Beam distance
175 m (574 ft)Lowest
217 m (712 ft)Highest
Max runtime
480 minShortest runtime
10200 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 battery
1×18350 1100mAh
Charging type
USB-C (5V 2A)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aerospace grade 6061 aluminum alloy, hard-anodized type III
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
EDCHeadlamp useWorklightCampingOutdoor activitiesHands-free illuminationRight-angle beam illumination
Everyday carryCompact keychain flashlightEmergency useOutdoor activitiesCamping and hikingPortable hands-free lighting
Common praise
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
Compact and lightweight designHigh brightness relative to sizeBuilt-in USB-C charging works well and charges in about 1.5 hoursIncluded 18350 battery and accessories provide good valueLockout mode prevents accidental activationMagnetic tail cap for hands-free attachmentGood user interface with mode memory and indicator switch
Common complaints
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
Low CRI and cold white tint around 6000-6500KOutput does not fully reach claimed 1300 lumens, more like 1000 lumens sustainedBeam has ring artifacts due to fresnel lensShort turbo runtime with quick stepdownSide switch with button terminal instead of spring on battery endNot ideal for long runtime heavy use beyond a few hours
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