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Fenix E02R vs Fenix E12 V2.0

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 47% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E02R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 515% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Lightest

Fenix E02R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Fenix E02R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Fenix E02R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 515% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Fenix E02R stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 87% 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 — Max lumens: 200 lmFenix E02R — Max runtime: 390 minFenix E12 V2.0 — Beam distance: 88.09 m (289 ft)Fenix E12 V2.0 — Max candela: 1936 cdFenix E12 V2.0 — Weight: 28.35 g (1.00 oz)Fenix E12 V2.0 — Length: 89.92 mm (3.54 in)Fenix E12 V2.0 — Max lumens: 130 lmFenix E12 V2.0 — Max runtime: 2400 minBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthMax lumensMax runtime
Price & carry
Retail price
US$23.95
Unknown
Weight
15 g (0.53 oz)Lightest
28.35 g (1.00 oz)Heaviest
Length
48 mm (1.89 in)Shortest
89.92 mm (3.54 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
200 lmHighest output
130 lmLowest output
Max candela
591 cdLowest candela
1936 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
49 m (161 ft)Lowest
88.09 m (289 ft)Highest
Max runtime
390 minShortest runtime
2400 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 120 mAh Li-polymer battery
1x AA (rechargeable or non-rechargeable)
Charging type
Micro USB charging port
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX-8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum
Aircraft-grade aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryKeychain useCompact and portable lighting
Everyday carryBeginnersProfessional spare EDCHome protectionGeneral camping/hiking
Common praise
Compact size and light weightBright output for a mini keychain lightBuilt-in rechargeable battery with Micro USB chargingIP68 dustproof and waterproof ratingDurability with aluminum body
Bright for its sizeCompact and lightweightDurable constructionEasy to use with single tail switchHas consistent regulated output
Common complaints
Built-in battery not replaceableNo battery level indicatorThermal regulated output reduces brightness after extended high use
Limited runtime on high modeLacks advanced modes like strobe or SOSNo pocket clip included

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