Comparison Console
Fenix BC30 V2.0 vs Fenix HM71R
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix HM71R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM71R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM71R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM71R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM71R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 700% 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$93.03Cheapest
US$128.5Most expensive
Weight
154 g (5.43 oz)Lightest
207.5 g (7.32 oz)Heaviest
Length
120 mm (4.72 in)Longest
106 mm (4.17 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2200 lmLowest output
2700 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
13300 cd
Beam distance
187 m (614 ft)Lowest
230 m (755 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3000 minShortest runtime
24000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion or 4 x CR123A batteries
1x21700 Li-ion rechargeable (Fenix ARB-L21-5000 V2.0 included)
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C (supports 2A charging current)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP67
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
2 m (7 ft)
Material
All-metal housing, aluminum A6061-T6
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Mountain cyclingBicycle useHelmet mounting
CampingWorkEmergency useGeneral purpose lightingHands-free tasks
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 2700 lumensGood beam distance of 230 metersVersatile dual LED (spot and flood)Solid build with IP68 waterproof rating and 2m impact resistanceMagnetic tailcap allows hands-free mounting on metal surfacesDetachable from headband for handheld useIncluded high capacity rechargeable 21700 battery with USB-C charging
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
Right angle form factor may not be ideal for dedicated headlamp use compared to T-type headlampsNo detailed information on switch type or material composition