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Fenix E28R V2.0 vs Fenix LD30R

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

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Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 251% gap from the closest alternative.

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What stands out

Cheapest

Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Fenix LD30R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Fenix LD30R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Fenix LD30R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 251% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

Fenix LD30R stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 7% 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 E28R V2.0 — Beam distance: 273 m (896 ft)Fenix E28R V2.0 — Max candela: 18588 cdFenix E28R V2.0 — Weight: 128 g (4.52 oz)Fenix E28R V2.0 — Length: 121 mm (4.76 in)Fenix E28R V2.0 — Retail price: US$64.95Fenix E28R V2.0 — Max runtime: 15600 minFenix LD30R — Beam distance: 267 m (876 ft)Fenix LD30R — Max candela: 18037 cdFenix LD30R — Weight: 132 g (4.66 oz)Fenix LD30R — Length: 129.7 mm (5.11 in)Fenix LD30R — Retail price: US$86.48Fenix LD30R — Max runtime: 4450 minBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax runtime
Price & carry
Retail price
US$64.95Cheapest
US$86.48Most expensive
Weight
128 g (4.52 oz)Lightest
132 g (4.66 oz)Heaviest
Length
121 mm (4.76 in)Shortest
129.7 mm (5.11 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lm
1700 lm
Max candela
18588 cdHighest candela
18037 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
273 m (896 ft)Highest
267 m (876 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
15600 minLongest runtime
4450 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1×18650 lithium-ion (ARB-L18-3400) or 2×CR123A
1 included ARB-L18-3400 Li-ion rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
All-metal CNC machined body with premium type HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Daily commutingCampingHikingHands-free use with magnetic tail
EDCOutdoor useCampingEmergencyTactical
Common praise
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
High brightness and versatile modesDurable and well-built metal bodyConvenient dual-switch interfaceLong runtime on lower modesWaterproof and impact resistant
Common complaints
Slightly heavy for pocket carryTailcap is glued and only removable by tailNo included pouchBeam tint cooler and CRI moderate
Price may be high compared to simpler flashlights