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Fenix CL30R vs Fenix HM71R

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

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Fenix HM71R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix CL30R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix HM71R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 315% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Fenix CL30R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Fenix HM71R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Fenix HM71R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Fenix CL30R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix CL30R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Fenix HM71R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 315% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Fenix CL30R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Fenix HM71R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 6567% 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 CL30R — Beam distance: 35 m (115 ft)Fenix CL30R — Weight: 412 g (14.53 oz)Fenix CL30R — Length: 136 mm (5.35 in)Fenix CL30R — Retail price: US$108Fenix CL30R — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)Fenix CL30R — Max lumens: 650 lmFenix HM71R — Beam distance: 230 m (755 ft)Fenix HM71R — Weight: 207.5 g (7.32 oz)Fenix HM71R — Length: 106 mm (4.17 in)Fenix HM71R — Retail price: US$128.5Fenix HM71R — Impact resistance: 2 m (7 ft)Fenix HM71R — Max lumens: 2700 lmBeam distanceWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistanceMax lumens
Specification
Fenix CL30R
Fenix HM71R
Price & carry
Retail price
US$108Cheapest
US$128.5Most expensive
Weight
412 g (14.53 oz)Heaviest
207.5 g (7.32 oz)Lightest
Length
136 mm (5.35 in)Longest
106 mm (4.17 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
650 lmLowest output
2700 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
13300 cd
Beam distance
35 m (115 ft)Lowest
230 m (755 ft)Highest
Max runtime
360 minShortest runtime
24000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 rechargeable Li-ion
1x21700 Li-ion rechargeable (Fenix ARB-L21-5000 V2.0 included)
Charging type
Micro-USB charging
USB Type-C (supports 2A charging current)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Synthetic
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
▣Camping▣Emergency preparedness▣Survival▣Outdoor activities▣Portable lighting▣Power bank functionality
▣Camping▣Work▣Emergency use▣General purpose lighting▣Hands-free tasks
Common praise
✓High lumen output for size✓Versatile power bank feature✓Multiple lighting modes✓Solid build quality✓Good runtime on various modes✓Compact and lightweight for a lantern✓Water and impact resistant design
✓High maximum output of 2700 lumens✓Good beam distance of 230 meters✓Versatile dual LED (spot and flood)✓Solid build with IP68 waterproof rating and 2m impact resistance✓Magnetic tailcap allows hands-free mounting on metal surfaces✓Detachable from headband for handheld use✓Included high capacity rechargeable 21700 battery with USB-C charging
Common complaints
⚠Initial assembly can be tricky due to top fitting⚠Single-button control may have a learning curve for some
⚠Right angle form factor may not be ideal for dedicated headlamp use compared to T-type headlamps⚠No detailed information on switch type or material composition