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Fenix E12 vs ThruNite Saber 2A
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix E12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E12 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 312% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix E12 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 106% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 312% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 171% 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$25.95Most expensive
Weight
27.3 g (0.96 oz)Lightest
56.2 g (1.98 oz)Heaviest
Length
76.6 mm (3.02 in)Shortest
96.5 mm (3.80 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
160 lmLowest output
659 lmHighest output
Max candela
1936 cdLowest candela
7555 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
68 m (223 ft)Lowest
142 m (466 ft)Highest
Max runtime
4200 minShortest runtime
11400 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Single AA (NiMH or alkaline)
1x AA alkaline or rechargeable NiMH, or 1x 14500 lithium-ion (included)
Charging type
Unknown
USB-C charging via included 14500 battery
Rechargeable
Unknown
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
A6061-T6 aluminium with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aluminum body with PMMA TIR optic lens
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCampingGeneral hiking useBeginners and kidsProfessional spare EDC
EDCEveryday carryLaw enforcementSecurityEmergency useMedical servicesCampingDuty light
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
Compact and lightweight for pocket carryHigh output and good beam throwAbility to run on both AA and 14500 batteriesUSB-C charging included with the batterySimple and intuitive two-mode UIDurable IPX8 waterproof design
Common complaints
No strobe or SOS modesNo memory functionNo included pocket clipBeam distance shorter than some competitors
Tail switch is firm and may be hard for some to pressLow mode is relatively bright and not very low
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