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Fenix CL30R vs Sofirn Q8 Plus
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix CL30R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 2362% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL30R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL30R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL30R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 2362% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL30R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, 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
US$108Most expensive
US$104.29Cheapest
Weight
412 g (14.53 oz)Lightest
492 g (17.35 oz)Heaviest
Length
136 mm (5.35 in)Longest
133 mm (5.24 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
650 lmLowest output
16000 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
222916 cd
Beam distance
35 m (115 ft)Lowest
554 m (1818 ft)Highest
Max runtime
360 minShortest runtime
600 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 rechargeable Li-ion
3 x 21700 Li-ion batteries
Charging type
Micro-USB charging
USB-C charging and discharging port
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Synthetic
Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
CampingEmergency preparednessSurvivalOutdoor activitiesPortable lightingPower bank functionality
HuntingSearchingSurvival kitEmergencyCampingOutdoor activitiesLong runtime use
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
Very bright output with a daylight-like beamLong sustained runtime at 1800 lumensFlexible and advanced user interfaceBuilt-in USB-C charging and discharging portIPX8 water resistance and durable aluminum body
Common complaints
Initial assembly can be tricky due to top fittingSingle-button control may have a learning curve for some
Heavy weight for daily carryOutput claims can be misleading without FL1 standardFlat top battery compatibility issues causing contact problemsThermal management limits sustained high output without additional cooling
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