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Sofirn HS40 vs Sofirn SC29
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 15% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SC29 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn HS40 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn HS40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC29 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS40 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC29 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC29 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS40 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS40 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC29 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 9% 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$31.13
Unknown
Weight
65 g (2.29 oz)Lightest
76.5 g (2.70 oz)Heaviest
Length
111 mm (4.37 in)Shortest
120.9 mm (4.76 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2000 lmLowest output
3000 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
16272 cd
Beam distance
175 m (574 ft)Lowest
255.1 m (837 ft)Highest
Max runtime
480 minLongest runtime
240 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 battery
21700 (Sofirn branded 5000mAh flat top)
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
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
EDCHeadlamp useWorklightCampingOutdoor activitiesHands-free illuminationRight-angle beam illumination
EDCGood balance of output and runtimeValue-oriented
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
Good balance between high output and runtimeUnique TIR optic providing good beam qualityIP68 waterproof rating with USB-C chargingComfortable and functional designLockout mode for safety
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
The magnetic tailcap magnet is relatively weakClip can scratch anodization with useBattery tube knurling style may not suit all usersSome discrepancy in reported weight
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