Comparison Console
Fenix E12 V2.0 vs Streamlight ClipMate USB
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1043% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ClipMate USB stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ClipMate USB stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ClipMate USB stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1043% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ClipMate USB stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 11% 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
Unknown
US$45
Weight
28.35 g (1.00 oz)Lightest
53.9 g (1.90 oz)Heaviest
Length
89.92 mm (3.54 in)Longest
81.3 mm (3.20 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
130 lmHighest output
70 lmLowest output
Max candela
1936 cdHighest candela
500 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
88.09 m (289 ft)Highest
44 m (144 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
2400 minLongest runtime
210 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x AA (rechargeable or non-rechargeable)
Lithium polymer cell
Charging type
Unknown
USB built-in charge tab
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8
IPX4
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aircraft-grade aluminum
Polymer housing, abrasion-resistant
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryBeginnersProfessional spare EDCHome protectionGeneral camping/hiking
Hands-free lightingEDC useIndustrial and DIY useNight vision preservation with red LED modes
Common praise
Bright for its sizeCompact and lightweightDurable constructionEasy to use with single tail switchHas consistent regulated output
Lightweight and compact designUSB built-in charging convenienceMultiple lighting modes including red LED for night visionDurable and abrasion-resistant polymer housingGood runtime on various modes
Common complaints
Limited runtime on high modeLacks advanced modes like strobe or SOSNo pocket clip included
Limited beam distance compared to larger flashlightsNot fully waterproof, only IPX4 water resistantSwitch interface may take getting used to
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