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Fenix E18R V2.0 vs ThruNite TC15 V2

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 67% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC15 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 111% 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 67% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

ThruNite TC15 V2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 204% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix E18R V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

ThruNite TC15 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 111% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Fenix E18R V2.0 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

ThruNite TC15 V2 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest candela

Fenix E18R V2.0 stands out as the lowest candela option for max candela, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest candela

ThruNite TC15 V2 stands out as the highest candela option for max candela, with about a 110% 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 — Max candela: 5397 cdFenix 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 lmThruNite TC15 V2 — Beam distance: 213 m (699 ft)ThruNite TC15 V2 — Max candela: 11352 cdThruNite TC15 V2 — Weight: 170 g (6.00 oz)ThruNite TC15 V2 — Length: 130 mm (5.12 in)ThruNite TC15 V2 — Max lumens: 2531 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
Unknown
US$45
Weight
56 g (1.98 oz)Lightest
170 g (6.00 oz)Heaviest
Length
67 mm (2.64 in)Shortest
130 mm (5.12 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1200 lmLowest output
2531 lmHighest output
Max candela
5397 cdLowest candela
11352 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
146 m (479 ft)Lowest
213 m (699 ft)Highest
Max runtime
13680 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
16340 rechargeable Li-ion battery (ARB-L16-700P)
18650 lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry (EDC)▣Hiking▣Camping▣Emergency Use
▣Daily Carry▣Emergency Use▣Outdoor Activities
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
✓High Output Brightness✓Compact Size✓USB Rechargeable✓Affordable Price✓Good Build Quality
Common complaints
⚠Included Lanyard Feels Cheap⚠Side Switch May Be Prone To Accidental Activation Without Lockout
⚠Battery Life Shorter At Highest Output⚠Less Grip Due To Grooves Instead Of Knurling

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