Comparison Console
Fenix CL27R vs Fenix TK30R
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix TK30R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix CL27R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 220% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix CL27R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3139% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix TK30R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL27R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK30R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL27R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 220% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK30R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL27R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3139% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL27R stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK30R stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 67% 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
Unknown
US$265
Weight
300 g (10.58 oz)Heaviest
250 g (8.82 oz)Lightest
Length
110 mm (4.33 in)Shortest
184 mm (7.24 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmHighest output
500 lmLowest output
Max candela
8223 cdLowest candela
600000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
180 m (591 ft)Lowest
1500 m (4921 ft)Highest
Max runtime
17100 minLongest runtime
528 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion (Fenix ARB-L21-5000 V2.0)
1x 21700 Li-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IP68 (2 m for 30 minutes)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aluminum alloy front case and polycarbonate body
A6061-T6 aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
CampingOutdoor WorkPower OutagesEmergency LightingIndustrial Maintenance
Long Range IlluminationHuntingTactical UseSearch And RescueOutdoor Use
Common praise
Powerful Brightness With Up To 1600 LumensAdjustable Brightness And Color TemperatureDurable Construction With Ip66 Rating And 1m Impact ResistanceSmooth And Intuitive Rotary Switch ControlsMultiple Lighting Modes Including Red Light For Night VisionUSB C Rechargeable With Included BatteryMagnetic Base And Tripod Mount For Versatile Placement
Extremely Long Beam Distance Up To 1500 MetersHigh Build Quality With Durable MaterialsRechargeable With Included 6000 Mah BatteryMultiple Tactical Modes Including Instant StrobeIp68 Waterproof Rating And Good Impact Resistance
Common complaints
Magnetic Base Is Not Very Strong And May Struggle To Hold SecurelyHandle Looseness Requiring Adjustment To Maintain Position
Significant Lumen Drop After Initial 15 Minutes On High ModeRelatively Heavy For Some UsersPrice Is On The Higher EndNeeds Careful Handling Due To Powerful Laser
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