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Sofirn HS42 vs Wuben H5
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wuben H5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben H5 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 425% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben H5 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.
Wuben H5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS42 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben H5 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS42 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 425% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben H5 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn HS42 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 56% 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)Heaviest
63 g (2.22 oz)Lightest
Length
112 mm (4.41 in)Longest
72 mm (2.83 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2100 lmHighest output
400 lmLowest output
Max candela
11525 cdHighest candela
1338 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
215 m (705 ft)Highest
73 m (240 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
Unknown
600 min
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 Lithium-ion rechargeable (button top unprotected)
1 x AA / 1 x 14500 rechargeable
Charging type
USB-C in body
USB-C charging cable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Anodized aluminum
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
HuntingGeneral use requiring multiple beam typesUsers needing spot, flood and red lighting modes
Everyday Carry (EDC)Hands-free headlamp useMulti-directional lighting with clip
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 multifunctional design with 360° rotatable clipGood build quality and reliable outputIP68 water resistance and 1.5m impact resistanceBright 400 lumen max output with regulated driverComfortable and secure headband for most activities
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
Headlamp strap design may not be ideal for joggingClip removal requires unscrewing tailcapNo strobe mode, only SOS blinky
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