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Fenix E02R vs Fenix E12

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

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Fenix E02R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E02R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E02R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.

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What stands out

Cheapest

Fenix E02R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Fenix E12 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Fenix E02R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Fenix E12 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix E12 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Fenix E02R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Fenix E02R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Fenix E12 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 977% 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 E02R — Beam distance: 49 m (161 ft)Fenix E02R — Max candela: 591 cdFenix E02R — Weight: 15 g (0.53 oz)Fenix E02R — Length: 48 mm (1.89 in)Fenix E02R — Retail price: US$23.95Fenix E02R — Max lumens: 200 lmFenix E12 — Beam distance: 68 m (223 ft)Fenix E12 — Max candela: 1936 cdFenix E12 — Weight: 27.3 g (0.96 oz)Fenix E12 — Length: 76.6 mm (3.02 in)Fenix E12 — Retail price: US$25.04Fenix E12 — Max lumens: 160 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Specification
Fenix E02R
Fenix E12
Price & carry
Retail price
US$23.95Cheapest
US$25.04Most expensive
Weight
15 g (0.53 oz)Lightest
27.3 g (0.96 oz)Heaviest
Length
48 mm (1.89 in)Shortest
76.6 mm (3.02 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
200 lmHighest output
160 lmLowest output
Max candela
591 cdLowest candela
1936 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
49 m (161 ft)Lowest
68 m (223 ft)Highest
Max runtime
390 minShortest runtime
4200 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 120 mAh Li-polymer battery
Single AA (NiMH or alkaline)
Charging type
Micro USB charging port
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Unknown
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum
A6061-T6 aluminium with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday carry▣Keychain use▣Compact and portable lighting
▣Everyday carry▣Camping▣General hiking use▣Beginners and kids▣Professional spare EDC
Common praise
✓Compact size and light weight✓Bright output for a mini keychain light✓Built-in rechargeable battery with Micro USB charging✓IP68 dustproof and waterproof rating✓Durability with aluminum body
✓Compact and lightweight✓Durable aircraft-grade aluminum build✓Simple and easy to use single tail switch✓Good beam quality with soft, balanced flood✓Long runtime on low mode✓IP68 rated water and dust resistance
Common complaints
⚠Built-in battery not replaceable⚠No battery level indicator⚠Thermal regulated output reduces brightness after extended high use
⚠No strobe or SOS modes⚠No memory function⚠No included pocket clip⚠Beam distance shorter than some competitors