2200-lumen 3-in-1 headlamp with spot, 95CRI flood, 660nm red light, rotary switch, and gesture control
The Sofirn HS21 is a triple-source headlamp that has quickly become one of Sofirn's bestsellers, with over 6,200 units sold. It combines an SFT-40 spot beam (2200lm, 230m throw), six CSP1919 flood LEDs at 95 CRI, and three 660nm red LEDs into a single rotary-switch controlled head unit. Each source serves a distinct purpose: the spot for distance, the high-CRI flood for close-up work and color accuracy, and the deep red for night vision preservation.
The standout feature is gesture control — wave your hand in front of the sensor to adjust brightness without touching the light. This is genuinely useful when your hands are dirty, gloved, or otherwise occupied. The rotary switch provides instant mode changes between the three light sources without cycling through unwanted modes. A buck driver ensures regulated output that doesn't sag as the 18650 battery drains.
At $33, the HS21 offers a remarkable feature set: gesture control, triple independent light sources, 95 CRI flood, regulated driver, and USB-C charging. The 18650 battery provides solid runtime across all modes, and the 87g weight keeps it comfortable for extended wear. For hikers, campers, mechanics, or anyone who needs versatile headlamp lighting with hands-free brightness control, the HS21 is a compelling option that's hard to outvalue.