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Fenix CL30R vs Sofirn LT1 Lantern
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Sofirn LT1 Lantern stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn LT1 Lantern stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn LT1 Lantern stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn LT1 Lantern stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL30R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT1 Lantern stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL30R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL30R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT1 Lantern stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL30R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT1 Lantern stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% 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$108Most expensive
US$69.99Cheapest
Weight
412 g (14.53 oz)Heaviest
405 g (14.29 oz)Lightest
Length
136 mm (5.35 in)Shortest
176 mm (6.93 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
650 lmLowest output
800 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
Unknown
Beam distance
35 m (115 ft)
Unknown
Max runtime
360 minShortest runtime
720 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 rechargeable Li-ion
4 x 18650 lithium-ion
Charging type
Micro-USB charging
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IPX7
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Synthetic
Aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
CampingEmergency preparednessSurvivalOutdoor activitiesPortable lightingPower bank functionality
CampingHikingOutdoor useEmergency lighting
Common praise
High lumen output for sizeVersatile power bank featureMultiple lighting modesSolid build qualityGood runtime on various modesCompact and lightweight for a lanternWater and impact resistant design
High output brightnessLong runtime (up to 12 hours)Stepless adjustable color temperatureRugged and waterproof buildAnduril 2.0 firmware with many modes
Common complaints
Initial assembly can be tricky due to top fittingSingle-button control may have a learning curve for some
Some find the weight (405g) heavy compared to smaller lanternsNo tripod mounting threadBeam distance not specified
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