Comparison Console
Fenix E12 vs Fenix E28R V2.0
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix E12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E12 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 963% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix E12 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 159% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 369% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 963% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 271% 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$25.04Cheapest
US$64.95Most expensive
Weight
27.3 g (0.96 oz)Lightest
128 g (4.52 oz)Heaviest
Length
76.6 mm (3.02 in)Shortest
121 mm (4.76 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
160 lmLowest output
1700 lmHighest output
Max candela
1936 cdLowest candela
18588 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
68 m (223 ft)Lowest
273 m (896 ft)Highest
Max runtime
4200 minShortest runtime
15600 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Single AA (NiMH or alkaline)
1×18650 lithium-ion (ARB-L18-3400) or 2×CR123A
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Unknown
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
A6061-T6 aluminium with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCampingGeneral hiking useBeginners and kidsProfessional spare EDC
Everyday carry (EDC)Daily commutingCampingHikingHands-free use with magnetic tail
Common praise
Compact and lightweightDurable aircraft-grade aluminum buildSimple and easy to use single tail switchGood beam quality with soft, balanced floodLong runtime on low modeIP68 rated water and dust resistance
High output for sizeVersatile lighting modes including warning lightsUSB-C fast chargingSolid build quality and finishMagnetic tail for hands-free useGood runtime on lower modes
Common complaints
No strobe or SOS modesNo memory functionNo included pocket clipBeam distance shorter than some competitors
Slightly heavy for pocket carryTailcap is glued and only removable by tailNo included pouchBeam tint cooler and CRI moderate