Sofirn HS42 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Sofirn HS42 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
ThruNite TH10 V2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
ThruNite TH10 V2 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Sofirn HS42 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest candela
Sofirn HS42 stands out as the lowest candela option for max candela, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest candela
ThruNite TH10 V2 stands out as the highest candela option for max candela, with about a 182% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest throw
Sofirn HS42 stands out as the shortest throw option for beam distance, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest throw
ThruNite TH10 V2 stands out as the longest throw option for beam distance, with about a 43% 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.
18650 Lithium-ion rechargeable (button top unprotected)
1x 18650 Li-Ion 3100mAh (included)
Charging type
USB-C in body
USB (micro-USB)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Anodized aluminum
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
▣Hunting▣General Use Requiring Multiple Beam Types▣Users Needing Spot, Flood And Red Lighting Modes
▣Night Hiking▣Trail Running▣Emergency Preparedness▣Power Outages▣Camping▣Cycling▣Outdoor Activities▣Indoor Use
Common praise
✓High Maximum Output For A Headlamp Of This Size✓Multiple Beam Types: Spot, Flood, And Red Leds✓USB C Onboard Charging✓Lightweight And Compact Form Factor✓Good Build Quality With Anodized Aluminum Body✓Affordable Price Point
✓High Brightness Output Up To 2100 Lumens✓Long Battery Life With 3100mah 18650 Included✓Built In USB Charging Convenience✓Comfortable And Secure Headband✓Good Beam Throw With Tight Hotspot And Usable Spill✓Smooth And Durable Build Quality✓Effective Heat Management✓Indicator Leds For Battery Status
Common complaints
⚠No Glass Lens, Optic Exposed And Prone To Scratching⚠Impact Resistance Only Rated To 1 Meter⚠Red Leds Output Lower Than Expected⚠Lanyard Hole Design Prevents Tail Standing With Lanyard Attached
⚠Limited Impact Resistance (1.5 Meters)⚠No Deep Carry Pocket Clip⚠Slight Wobble When Headstanding Due To Protruding Button⚠Thread Anodizing Is Thin And Can Be Scuffed⚠No Strobe Mode