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Fenix E18R V2.0 vs Sofirn SP35

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Fenix E18R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SP35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Lightest

Fenix E18R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Sofirn SP35 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix E18R V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Sofirn SP35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Fenix E18R V2.0 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

Sofirn SP35 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest throw

Fenix E18R V2.0 stands out as the shortest throw option for beam distance, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest throw

Sofirn SP35 stands out as the longest throw option for beam distance, with about a 127% 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 E18R V2.0 — Beam distance: 146 m (479 ft)Fenix E18R V2.0 — Weight: 56 g (1.98 oz)Fenix E18R V2.0 — Length: 67 mm (2.64 in)Fenix E18R V2.0 — Max lumens: 1200 lmSofirn SP35 — Beam distance: 332 m (1089 ft)Sofirn SP35 — Weight: 73 g (2.57 oz)Sofirn SP35 — Length: 126 mm (4.96 in)Sofirn SP35 — Max lumens: 2000 lmBeam distanceWeightLengthMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
Unknown
Unknown
Weight
56 g (1.98 oz)Lightest
73 g (2.57 oz)Heaviest
Length
67 mm (2.64 in)Shortest
126 mm (4.96 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1200 lmLowest output
2000 lmHighest output
Max candela
5397 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
146 m (479 ft)Lowest
332 m (1089 ft)Highest
Max runtime
13680 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
16340 rechargeable Li-ion battery (ARB-L16-700P)
21700 lithium-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Aluminium 6061-T6
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry (EDC)▣Hiking▣Camping▣Emergency Use
▣EDC▣Garden Use▣Outdoor Chores▣Roadside Emergencies▣Proper Brightness With Wide Beam
Common praise
✓Compact And Lightweight Design Making It Easy To Carry✓High Maximum Output For Its Size (1200 Lumens)✓USB Type C Fast Charging Convenience✓Solid Build Quality With Durable Aluminum And Hard Anodized Finish✓Useful Lockout Function To Prevent Accidental Activation
✓Good Balance Of Size And Output For EDC✓Quality Build With Solid Aluminium Body✓Included 21700 Battery With Good Capacity✓Wide Beam And Practical Brightness Levels✓Useful Mode Set Including Strobe And SOS
Common complaints
⚠Included Lanyard Feels Cheap⚠Side Switch May Be Prone To Accidental Activation Without Lockout
⚠Clip Too Large And Uncomfortable On Hand⚠No Temperature Sensor In Older Model Versions⚠Not As Refined Finish As Premium Brands Like Fenix

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