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Fenix CL27R vs ThruNite Catapult Pro

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

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Fenix CL27R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix CL27R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 159% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Lightest

Fenix CL27R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix CL27R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Fenix CL27R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 159% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Fenix CL27R stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 37% 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 CL27R — Beam distance: 180 m (591 ft)Fenix CL27R — Max candela: 8223 cdFenix CL27R — Weight: 300 g (10.58 oz)Fenix CL27R — Length: 110 mm (4.33 in)Fenix CL27R — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)Fenix CL27R — Max lumens: 1600 lmThruNite Catapult Pro — Beam distance: 1005 m (3297 ft)ThruNite Catapult Pro — Max candela: 252000 cdThruNite Catapult Pro — Weight: 308 g (10.86 oz)ThruNite Catapult Pro — Length: 150.5 mm (5.93 in)ThruNite Catapult Pro — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)ThruNite Catapult Pro — Max lumens: 2713 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthImpact resistanceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
Unknown
US$90
Weight
300 g (10.58 oz)Lightest
308 g (10.86 oz)Heaviest
Length
110 mm (4.33 in)Shortest
150.5 mm (5.93 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmLowest output
2713 lmHighest output
Max candela
8223 cdLowest candela
252000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
180 m (591 ft)Lowest
1005 m (3297 ft)Highest
Max runtime
17100 minLongest runtime
6600 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion (Fenix ARB-L21-5000 V2.0)
1x 26650 Li-ion rechargeable battery (5000mAh)
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IPX8 (2 meters)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aluminum alloy front case and polycarbonate body
Aerospace-grade aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
▣Camping▣Outdoor Work▣Power Outages▣Emergency Lighting▣Industrial Maintenance
▣Long Range Throw▣Outdoor Activities Needing Powerful Beam▣General Purpose Use Where Reach Is Important
Common praise
✓Powerful Brightness With Up To 1600 Lumens✓Adjustable Brightness And Color Temperature✓Durable Construction With Ip66 Rating And 1m Impact Resistance✓Smooth And Intuitive Rotary Switch Controls✓Multiple Lighting Modes Including Red Light For Night Vision✓USB C Rechargeable With Included Battery✓Magnetic Base And Tripod Mount For Versatile Placement
✓Excellent Build Quality With Aerospace Grade Aluminum✓High Maximum Output And Long Throw Distance✓Smooth Ramping Interface For Customizable Brightness✓Good Runtime Performance✓Comprehensive Accessory Kit Included✓Reliable Electronic Lockout Feature✓USB C Fast Charging Capability
Common complaints
⚠Magnetic Base Is Not Very Strong And May Struggle To Hold Securely⚠Handle Looseness Requiring Adjustment To Maintain Position
⚠Larger Size Limits Pocket EDC Carry⚠Ramping Speed Slightly Slow For Some Users⚠Electronic Lockout Adds Ui Complexity⚠Light Steps Down Output Sharply On Low Voltage Protection

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