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Fenix CL30R vs Sofirn Q8 Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1592% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL30R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL30R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL30R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1592% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL30R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 200% 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$90.99Cheapest
Weight
412 g (14.53 oz)Heaviest
408 g (14.39 oz)Lightest
Length
136 mm (5.35 in)Longest
134 mm (5.28 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
650 lmLowest output
11000 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
52000 cd
Beam distance
35 m (115 ft)Lowest
456 m (1496 ft)Highest
Max runtime
360 minLongest runtime
120 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 rechargeable Li-ion
4 x 18650
Charging type
Micro-USB charging
USB-C with dual onboard charging and powerbank reverse charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IPX8 (to 2 meters)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Synthetic
Aluminum with stainless steel bezel
Use case profile
Best for
CampingEmergency preparednessSurvivalOutdoor activitiesPortable lightingPower bank functionality
Outdoor survivalEmergency useSearch and rescueVersatile high output flood flashlight
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 maximum output (11,000 lumens)Versatile Anduril 2 UI with many modes and rampingDual USB-C charging and reverse power bank functionRobust build quality with aluminum body and stainless steel bezelGood thermal management with cooling finsIncluded quality 3000mAh 18650 batteriesTripod mountableReliable flicker-free E-switch with indicator LEDs
Common complaints
Initial assembly can be tricky due to top fittingSingle-button control may have a learning curve for some
Large and heavy for everyday carry; not pocket friendly for small handsNo magnetic tailcap and no pocket clip includedDiffuser included is plastic and fragileAnnodizing may wear off over time on cooling finsWarranty and price vary by seller
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