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Fenix BC30 V2.0 vs Fenix HL60R

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Fenix HL60R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 132% gap from the closest alternative.

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What stands out

Cheapest

Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Fenix HL60R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Fenix HL60R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix HL60R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 132% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Fenix HL60R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% 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.

Fenix BC30 V2.0 — Beam distance: 187 m (614 ft)Fenix BC30 V2.0 — Weight: 154 g (5.43 oz)Fenix BC30 V2.0 — Length: 120 mm (4.72 in)Fenix BC30 V2.0 — Retail price: US$93.03Fenix BC30 V2.0 — Max lumens: 2200 lmFenix BC30 V2.0 — Max runtime: 3000 minFenix HL60R — Beam distance: 116 m (381 ft)Fenix HL60R — Weight: 121 g (4.27 oz)Fenix HL60R — Length: 87 mm (3.43 in)Fenix HL60R — Retail price: US$104.5Fenix HL60R — Max lumens: 950 lmFenix HL60R — Max runtime: 6000 minBeam distanceWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumensMax runtime
Price & carry
Retail price
US$93.03Cheapest
US$104.5Most expensive
Weight
154 g (5.43 oz)Heaviest
121 g (4.27 oz)Lightest
Length
120 mm (4.72 in)Longest
87 mm (3.43 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2200 lmHighest output
950 lmLowest output
Max candela
Unknown
Unknown
Beam distance
187 m (614 ft)Highest
116 m (381 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3000 minShortest runtime
6000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion or 4 x CR123A batteries
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion or 2x CR123A lithium primary
Charging type
Unknown
Micro USB charging cable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP67
IPX8, waterproof to 2m depth
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
All-metal housing, aluminum A6061-T6
Durable aircraft grade aluminium, premium Type III hard anodised anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
Mountain cyclingBicycle useHelmet mounting
HikingCampingTrekkingCave explorationNight ridingSearch and rescueFishingBackcountry travel
Common praise
Bright max output at 2200 lumensWireless remote control switchSolid all-metal housing with good heat dissipationQuick-release bicycle mount for stable fixationReplaceable rechargeable batteriesCompatible with helmet mountGood battery life with up to 50 hours on eco mode
High maximum output of 950 lumensLong runtime up to 100 hours in eco modeWaterproof to 2 meters (IPX8)Durable all-metal aircraft grade aluminum buildUSB charging with included 18650 rechargeable batteryFunctional side switch with battery level indicatorsIncludes multiple brightness modes and red night vision modeComfortable adjustable head strap with tilt feature
Common complaints
Battery and charger not included with original retail packagePrice considered somewhat expensive by some usersRequires appropriate rubber padding to mount securely to different bike handlebar sizesNot intended as a general-purpose flashlight; optimized for bike use
Switch located on side instead of top, takes 1 second press to activate which can be unintuitiveFeels heavy at 121 grams without battery, heavier with included battery (about 158 grams total)Wide plastic plate can press uncomfortably on bare foreheadNot designed to fit securely on whitewater helmets without rigging