Comparison Console
Sofirn HS42 vs ThruNite TH20 Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite TH20 Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TH20 Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn HS42 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 108% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TH20 Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS42 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 87% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH20 Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS42 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH20 Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS42 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 108% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH20 Pro stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS42 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 40% 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$29.95Cheapest
Weight
71 g (2.50 oz)Heaviest
57.6 g (2.03 oz)Lightest
Length
112 mm (4.41 in)Longest
80 mm (3.15 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2100 lmHighest output
1010 lmLowest output
Max candela
11525 cdHighest candela
7200 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
215 m (705 ft)Highest
169 m (554 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
Unknown
10800 min
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 Lithium-ion rechargeable (button top unprotected)
1x AA or 1x 14500 battery
Charging type
USB-C in body
USB-C charging via included 14500 battery
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Anodized aluminum
Aircraft grade aluminium with type III hard anodised finish
Use case profile
Best for
HuntingGeneral use requiring multiple beam typesUsers needing spot, flood and red lighting modes
RunningCampingUtility TasksEveryday Carry
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
Lightweight and compactGood runtime and output for sizeIncludes rechargeable 14500 battery with USB-C chargingFlexible use as headlamp or right-angle flashlight
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
No battery level indicator on lightLow mode may be too bright for some usersNo external charging port on light body
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