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Fenix E18R V2.0 vs Sofirn SC31B
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix E18R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E18R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E18R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 185% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix E18R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC31B stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC31B stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E18R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC31B stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E18R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 185% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E18R V2.0 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC31B stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 75% 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$38.95
Weight
56 g (1.98 oz)Lightest
59 g (2.08 oz)Heaviest
Length
67 mm (2.64 in)Shortest
117.5 mm (4.63 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1200 lmHighest output
1000 lmLowest output
Max candela
5397 cdLowest candela
10750 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
146 m (479 ft)Lowest
207 m (679 ft)Highest
Max runtime
13680 minLongest runtime
4800 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
16340 rechargeable Li-ion battery (ARB-L16-700P)
18650 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
Micro USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
Unknown
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
6061 Aluminum Alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)HikingCampingEmergency use
Everyday carry (EDC)Home useOutdoor activities such as camping, hiking, caving, dog walking, fishing
Common praise
Compact and lightweight design making it easy to carryHigh maximum output for its size (1200 lumens)USB Type-C fast charging convenienceSolid build quality with durable aluminum and hard-anodized finishUseful lockout function to prevent accidental activation
Good value budget lightUSB charging includedStrong pocket clipSimple and easy user interfaceSolid build quality with anodised finish and gold plated springs
Common complaints
Included lanyard feels cheapSide switch may be prone to accidental activation without lockout
No dedicated ultra-low moonlight modeMode memory can be inconvenient to access lowest modesClip is not reversible and protrudes beyond light lengthMicro USB instead of USB-C chargingNo lanyard included in some packages
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