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Sofirn HS40 vs Wurkkos HD15
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 10% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn HS40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn HS40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD15 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD15 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD15 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS40 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD15 stands out as the shortest throw option for beam distance, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS40 stands out as the longest throw option for beam distance, with about a 15% 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$50.75Most expensive
Weight
65 g (2.29 oz)Lightest
72 g (2.54 oz)Heaviest
Length
111 mm (4.37 in)Longest
110 mm (4.33 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2000 lm
2000 lm
Max candela
Unknown
6884 cd
Beam distance
175 m (574 ft)Highest
152 m (499 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
480 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 battery
1x 18650 lithium-ion rechargeable
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
6061 aerospace grade aluminum alloy, HA Type III hard anodized
Use case profile
Best for
EDCHeadlamp useWorklightCampingOutdoor activitiesHands-free illuminationRight-angle beam illumination
Outdoor activitiesCampingHikingFishingHuntingUtility useHeadlamp use
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
Versatile use as headlamp, handheld, or utility lightDual emitters provide both flood and spot beamsLightweight and smaller than the HD20 modelGood build quality with aerospace grade aluminum and quality anodizingIncludes useful accessories: headband, clip, lanyard, spare O-rings, charging cableMagnetic tailcap for hands-free utility useOnboard USB-C charging with reverse charging (powerbank) featureFlexible and aggressive thermal regulation for stable outputPackage includes both 18650 and 18350 cell tubes
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
Aggressive temperature regulation can limit maximum runtime at turboAttachment point for lanyard is rough and could benefit from chamferingHeadband is functional but not high-endNo knurling on body might reduce gripMeasured turbo lumens sometimes lower than claimedLacks tactile distinction on UI buttons which may confuse some users
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