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Fenix CL30R vs Fenix TK21R

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

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Fenix TK21R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix CL30R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix TK21R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 454% 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 17% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Fenix TK21R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Fenix TK21R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Fenix CL30R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix CL30R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Fenix TK21R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 454% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Fenix CL30R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Fenix TK21R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1108% 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 TK21R — Beam distance: 480 m (1575 ft)Fenix TK21R — Weight: 221.4 g (7.81 oz)Fenix TK21R — Length: 153.3 mm (6.04 in)Fenix TK21R — Retail price: US$130.43Fenix TK21R — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Fenix TK21R — Max lumens: 3600 lmBeam distanceWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistanceMax lumens
Specification
Fenix CL30R
Fenix TK21R
Price & carry
Retail price
US$108Cheapest
US$130.43Most expensive
Weight
412 g (14.53 oz)Heaviest
221.4 g (7.81 oz)Lightest
Length
136 mm (5.35 in)Shortest
153.3 mm (6.04 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
650 lmLowest output
3600 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
Unknown
Beam distance
35 m (115 ft)Lowest
480 m (1575 ft)Highest
Max runtime
360 minShortest runtime
4350 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 rechargeable Li-ion
21700 lithium-ion
Charging type
Micro-USB charging
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Synthetic
Aluminum alloy A6061-T6
Use case profile
Best for
▣Camping▣Emergency preparedness▣Survival▣Outdoor activities▣Portable lighting▣Power bank functionality
▣Tactical use▣Patrolling▣Search and rescue▣Traffic inspection▣Self-defense
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
✓Very bright with strong beam✓Solid build quality✓IP68 waterproof rating✓Long runtime✓Fast USB-C charging✓Comfortable size for tactical use✓Improved tactile switch feel
Common complaints
⚠Initial assembly can be tricky due to top fitting⚠Single-button control may have a learning curve for some
⚠Larger size compared to some EDC flashlights⚠No detailed mode descriptions available