Comparison Console
Fenix BC30 V2.0 vs Fenix TK21R
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 30% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix TK21R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 64% 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 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK21R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK21R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK21R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK21R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 45% 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$130.43Most expensive
Weight
154 g (5.43 oz)Lightest
221.4 g (7.81 oz)Heaviest
Length
120 mm (4.72 in)Shortest
153.3 mm (6.04 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2200 lmLowest output
3600 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
Unknown
Beam distance
187 m (614 ft)Lowest
480 m (1575 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3000 minShortest runtime
4350 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion or 4 x CR123A batteries
21700 lithium-ion
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP67
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
All-metal housing, aluminum A6061-T6
Aluminum alloy A6061-T6
Use case profile
Best for
Mountain cyclingBicycle useHelmet mounting
Tactical usePatrollingSearch and rescueTraffic inspectionSelf-defense
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
Very bright with strong beamSolid build qualityIP68 waterproof ratingLong runtimeFast USB-C chargingComfortable size for tactical useImproved tactile switch feel
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
Larger size compared to some EDC flashlightsNo detailed mode descriptions available