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Sofirn HS42 vs Sofirn SP40
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 24% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SP40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn HS42 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn SP40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS42 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS42 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP40 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP40 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS42 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP40 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS42 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 4% 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$56Most expensive
US$36Cheapest
Weight
71 g (2.50 oz)Lightest
93 g (3.28 oz)Heaviest
Length
112 mm (4.41 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2100 lmHighest output
1200 lmLowest output
Max candela
11525 cdHighest candela
4520 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
215 m (705 ft)Highest
136 m (446 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
Unknown
13200 min
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 Lithium-ion rechargeable (button top unprotected)
1x18650 Li-Ion
Charging type
USB-C in body
Micro-USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IPX7
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Anodized aluminum
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
HuntingGeneral use requiring multiple beam typesUsers needing spot, flood and red lighting modes
CampingHikingIndustrial useClose-range workBudget headlamp use
Common praise
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
High lumen output for priceGood beam quality with Cree XP-L LED and OP reflectorLightweight and comfortable headbandDurable aluminum construction with good waterproofingMagnetic tailcap for hands-free useLow voltage protection to safeguard battery
Common complaints
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
Lack of a moonlight modeHeadband loops are somewhat tightClip could be deeper to improve balanceNo USB-C charging (uses micro-USB)
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