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Sofirn HS42 vs ThruNite TH01
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. ThruNite TH01 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn HS42 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TH01 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS42 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS42 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH01 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH01 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS42 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH01 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS42 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 67% 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$49.99Cheapest
Weight
71 g (2.50 oz)Lightest
79 g (2.79 oz)Heaviest
Length
112 mm (4.41 in)Longest
67 mm (2.64 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2100 lmHighest output
1500 lmLowest output
Max candela
11525 cdHighest candela
4935 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
215 m (705 ft)Highest
140.5 m (461 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
Unknown
60 min
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 Lithium-ion rechargeable (button top unprotected)
1x 18350 rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB-C in body
Micro USB onboard charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
Unknown
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Anodized aluminum
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
HuntingGeneral use requiring multiple beam typesUsers needing spot, flood and red lighting modes
CampingHousehold useEDCHeadlamp tasks
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
Good build quality and anodized aluminum constructionNeutral white or cool white LED optionsWide beam angle with large hotspot and good spillStraightforward and simple UIGood thermal management and regulated brightnessLow voltage protection with indicatorIncluded quality accessories such as headstrap and charging cable
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
Micro USB port recessed, causing poor connection with standard cablesTurbo mode runtime is short (around 5 minutes before stepdown)Charging current is conservative, leading to longer charge times
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