Comparison Console
Sofirn HS42 vs Streamlight Enduro Pro
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 26% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Enduro Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn HS42 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 950% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight Enduro Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS42 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS42 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Enduro Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Enduro Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS42 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 950% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Enduro Pro stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS42 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 101% 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$42.29Cheapest
Weight
71 g (2.50 oz)Lightest
96.4 g (3.40 oz)Heaviest
Length
112 mm (4.41 in)Longest
55.6 mm (2.19 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2100 lmHighest output
200 lmLowest output
Max candela
11525 cdHighest candela
2250 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
215 m (705 ft)Highest
95 m (312 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
Unknown
2280 min
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 Lithium-ion rechargeable (button top unprotected)
AAA alkaline, AAA lithium
Charging type
USB-C in body
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IP66
IPX4
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Anodized aluminum
Polycarbonate thermoplastic with elastomer over mold; polycarbonate lenses
Use case profile
Best for
HuntingGeneral use requiring multiple beam typesUsers needing spot, flood and red lighting modes
Hands-free lightingOutdoor, sporting, and industrial useTasks requiring spot or flood illuminationPreserving night vision with red mode
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
Versatile lighting modes with spot, flood, and red LEDsLightweight and comfortable adjustable elastic head strapGood beam distance with 200 lumens output at high spot modeDurable construction and water resistant ratingLong runtime especially on low modes
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
Not rechargeable (USB version available separately)Limited beam distance compared to tactical flashlightsSome users may prefer simpler interface
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