Comparison Console
Sofirn HS41 4000LM vs Sofirn HS42
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Sofirn HS42 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn HS41 4000LM stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn HS41 4000LM stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn HS41 4000LM stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS42 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 124% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS42 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS41 4000LM stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS42 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS41 4000LM stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS42 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS41 4000LM stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 3% 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$24.99Cheapest
US$56Most expensive
Weight
79 g (2.79 oz)Heaviest
71 g (2.50 oz)Lightest
Length
115 mm (4.53 in)Longest
112 mm (4.41 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
2100 lmLowest output
Max candela
26475 cdHighest candela
11525 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
325 m (1066 ft)Highest
215 m (705 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
42528 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 rechargeable lithium-ion battery
18650 Lithium-ion rechargeable (button top unprotected)
Charging type
USB-C (5V, 3A)
USB-C in body
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP66
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
A6061-T6 aluminium alloy
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Outdoor activitiesLong hours of workCyclingCampingNight hikesEmergency use
HuntingGeneral use requiring multiple beam typesUsers needing spot, flood and red lighting modes
Common praise
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
High maximum output for a headlamp of this sizeMultiple beam types: spot, flood, and red LEDsUSB-C onboard chargingLightweight and compact form factorGood build quality with anodized aluminum bodyAffordable price point
Common complaints
No explicit complaints reported in sources
No glass lens, optic exposed and prone to scratchingImpact resistance only rated to 1 meterRed LEDs output lower than expectedLanyard hole design prevents tail-standing with lanyard attached
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