Hornet Gold
- Partial data fit
- Specs Only
- B
- 10 source records
6 signals across 3 sources (High)
RightStuff Hornet Gold vs CNC Tattoo E401
A structured side-by-side profile for RightStuff Hornet Gold vs CNC Tattoo E401, built from indexed specs, seller records, source coverage, and issue-signal data.
This is a data comparison, not a hands-on lab test unless a machine is explicitly marked as tested.
Profile snapshot
E401
- Good data fit
- Specs Only
- B
- 12 source records
3 signals across 2 sources (Medium)
Use-case fit
CNC Tattoo E401
Stroke reach, hit signal, and power stability.
RightStuff Hornet Gold
Weight, control, and smoother lower-stroke fit.
CNC Tattoo E401
Stroke reach, hit signal, and power stability for packing.
Key differences
10 differing data points found in the current profiles.
Power
- Hornet Gold
- Wired
- E401
- Wireless
Stroke
- Hornet Gold
- 3.2
- E401
- 4
Needle Depth
- Hornet Gold
- 1-3.5
- E401
- 0-4.5
Weight
- Hornet Gold
- 145g
- E401
- 220g
Voltage
- Hornet Gold
- 4.5-13V
- E401
- 12-12V
Motor
- Hornet Gold
- DC Brushed
- E401
- Coreless
Decision snapshot
Hornet Gold
145g
Lower listed weight can matter during longer sessions.
Weight, control, and smoother lower-stroke fit.
Pen
Wired
3.2
E401
Good data fit
Closest overall data-match estimate in this comparison.
$329.98
12 source records
More source records make the profile easier to verify.
Stroke reach, hit signal, and power stability.
Stroke reach, hit signal, and power stability for packing.
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Hornet Gold | E401 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Pen | Pen |
| Power | Wired | Wireless |
| Stroke System | Fixed stroke | Fixed stroke |
| Stroke | 3.2 | 4 |
| Stroke Step | Not listed | Not listed |
| Needle Depth | 1-3.5 | 0-4.5 |
| Weight | 145g | 220g |
| Voltage | 4.5-13V | 12-12V |
| Runtime | Not listed | 4 h |
| Charge Time | Not listed | 0.75 h |
| Motor | DC Brushed | Coreless |
| Motor Size | Not listed | Not listed |
| Motor Speed | 8,000 RPM | 9,000 RPM |
| Frequency | 90-133 Hz | 3-150 Hz |
| Best Price | $340 - $355 | $329.98 |
| Sellers | 2 | 2 |
| Source Coverage | B | B |
| Reported Issue Signals | 6 signals across 3 sources (High) | 3 signals across 2 sources (Medium) |
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Sources behind this comparison
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Hornet Gold
Latest indexed check: May 15, 2026
RightStuff Hornet Gold motor speed RPM syncOpen source ↗Pen tattoo machine Hornet (Gold) sourceOpen source ↗RightStuffOpen source ↗
Full profile →E401
Latest indexed check: Jul 4, 2026
CNC Tattoo E401 frequency Hz syncOpen source ↗Detail gap resolutionOpen source ↗CNC E401 manual complaint evidenceOpen source ↗
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CNC Tattoo E401
Closest overall data-match estimate in this comparison.
CNC Tattoo E401
Lower reported issue signal among the compared profiles.
RightStuff Hornet Gold
Lower listed weight can matter during longer sessions.
CNC Tattoo E401
More source records make the profile easier to verify.
FAQ
Which machine has the closer data fit in RightStuff Hornet Gold vs CNC Tattoo E401?
CNC Tattoo E401 currently has the closer data-fit estimate. Treat this as a research signal and still compare weight, stroke, seller records, and issue coverage.
Is this RightStuff Hornet Gold vs CNC Tattoo E401 comparison hands-on tested?
No. It is a structured data comparison unless an individual machine is explicitly marked as hands-on tested.
How should issue signals be read?
Issue signals are public-source research signals, not verified defect rates. Use them as prompts for deeper source checking.