Comparison Console
Sofirn HS42 Rechargeable vs Sofirn SP35
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Sofirn HS42 Rechargeable stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn HS42 Rechargeable stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn HS42 Rechargeable stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP35 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP35 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS42 Rechargeable stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS42 Rechargeable stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP35 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS42 Rechargeable stands out as the shortest throw option for beam distance, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP35 stands out as the longest throw option for beam distance, with about a 54% 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$56
Unknown
Weight
71 g (2.50 oz)Lightest
73 g (2.57 oz)Heaviest
Length
112 mm (4.41 in)Shortest
126 mm (4.96 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2100 lmHighest output
2000 lmLowest output
Max candela
11525 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
215 m (705 ft)Lowest
332 m (1089 ft)Highest
Max runtime
Unknown
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 3.7v unprotected lithium battery (included)
21700 lithium-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aluminum
Aluminium 6061-T6
Use case profile
Best for
HuntingGeneral Outdoor UseEDCCampingHikingFishing
EDCGarden UseOutdoor ChoresRoadside EmergenciesProper Brightness With Wide Beam
Common praise
High Sustained BrightnessGood Balance Of Price And FeaturesVersatile Beam Types (spot, Flood, Red)Lightweight And Compact For A Triple Channel HeadlampUSB C Charging ConvenientRegulated Output For Stable Brightness
Good Balance Of Size And Output For EDCQuality Build With Solid Aluminium BodyIncluded 21700 Battery With Good CapacityWide Beam And Practical Brightness LevelsUseful Mode Set Including Strobe And SOS
Common complaints
No Glass Lens Protection (optic Exposed)Magnet Weak On Thin MetalLacks Lanyard Attachment IncludedTailcap Design Hinders Flat Tailstanding With Lanyard Attached
Clip Too Large And Uncomfortable On HandNo Temperature Sensor In Older Model VersionsNot As Refined Finish As Premium Brands Like Fenix
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