Comparison Console
Fenix E28R V2.0 vs Fenix UC30
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix UC30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix UC30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix UC30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 66% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 73% 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$64.95Most expensive
US$59.95Cheapest
Weight
128 g (4.52 oz)Heaviest
77 g (2.72 oz)Lightest
Length
121 mm (4.76 in)Shortest
130 mm (5.12 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmHighest output
1000 lmLowest output
Max candela
18588 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
273 m (896 ft)Highest
253 m (830 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
15600 minLongest runtime
9000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1×18650 lithium-ion (ARB-L18-3400) or 2×CR123A
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion or 2x CR123A Lithium batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
Micro USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (submersible up to 2 meters for 30 minutes)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aircraft-grade aluminum with type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Daily commutingCampingHikingHands-free use with magnetic tail
Everyday carryOutdoor activitiesProfessional use
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
Compact and solid build qualityHigh maximum brightness of 1000 lumensMultiple output levels with strobeUSB rechargeable with included batteryWaterproof and dust proof with IPX8 ratingStainless steel side switch with battery indicatorGood battery life and regulated output
Common complaints
Slightly heavy for pocket carryTailcap is glued and only removable by tailNo included pouchBeam tint cooler and CRI moderate
Turbo mode automatically downshifts after 3 minutesNo integrated pocket clipWeight excludes battery