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Fenix BC30 V2.0 vs SureFire X400V
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 5% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 529% 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 88% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400V stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 705% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400V stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400V stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 529% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400V stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1900% 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$749Most expensive
Weight
154 g (5.43 oz)Lightest
162 g (5.71 oz)Heaviest
Length
120 mm (4.72 in)Longest
101 mm (3.98 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2200 lmHighest output
350 lmLowest output
Max candela
Unknown
11500 cd
Beam distance
187 m (614 ft)Lowest
225 m (738 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3000 minLongest runtime
150 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion or 4 x CR123A batteries
Two 123A lithium
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IP67
IPX4
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
All-metal housing, aluminum A6061-T6
Aluminum with Mil-Spec hard anodizing
Use case profile
Best for
Mountain cyclingBicycle useHelmet mounting
Tactical operationsUse with night vision devicesForce-on-force trainingWeapon mounting on handguns and long guns
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
Versatile dual-spectrum illumination modesHigh-quality recoil-proof LEDs with stable outputMultiple activation switch options with ambidextrous controlsDurable aerospace aluminum body with hard anodized finishEffective infrared laser for stealth and training
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
Relatively short runtime on high output white lightNo rechargeable battery or charging options includedIPX4 water resistance may not suit extreme wet environmentsRelatively high retail price compared to casual flashlights
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