Comparison Console
Sofirn HS42 vs ThruNite Thrower
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 35% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Thrower 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 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Thrower 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 35% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS42 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS42 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 3% 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$50Cheapest
Weight
71 g (2.50 oz)Lightest
109 g (3.84 oz)Heaviest
Length
112 mm (4.41 in)Longest
109 mm (4.29 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2100 lmHighest output
1755 lmLowest output
Max candela
11525 cdLowest candela
26100 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
215 m (705 ft)Lowest
323 m (1060 ft)Highest
Max runtime
Unknown
14400 min
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 Lithium-ion rechargeable (button top unprotected)
18650
Charging type
USB-C in body
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IPX8
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
BikingSkateboardingTrail runningLong distance beam requirements
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
Very good throw performance with 26,100 cd intensityIncluded 3400mAh 18650 batteryGreat runtime on low and medium modesComfortable and adjustable headbandSimple and straightforward UI with direct access to firefly and turbo 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
Warm on turbo output causing some heat and neck fatigue when worn on headSlight rattling or wiggle of the battery inside the tubeThin rubber flap sealing USB-C portNo magnetic tailcapTailcap threads can be a bit gritty
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