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Fenix E28R V2.0 vs Nitecore EDC27 UHi
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC27 UHi stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 373% 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$64.95Cheapest
US$89.95Most expensive
Weight
128 g (4.52 oz)Heaviest
122 g (4.30 oz)Lightest
Length
121 mm (4.76 in)
Unknown
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmLowest output
3100 lmHighest output
Max candela
18588 cdLowest candela
23500 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
273 m (896 ft)Lowest
305 m (1001 ft)Highest
Max runtime
15600 minLongest runtime
3300 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1×18650 lithium-ion (ARB-L18-3400) or 2×CR123A
Built-in 1700mAh Li-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP54
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Stainless steel body with PVD titanium coating and carbon fiber composite frame
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)Daily CommutingCampingHikingHands Free Use With Magnetic Tail
Ultra Slim Tactical EDC UseOutdoor 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
Bright 3100 Lumens OutputLong 305 Meter Beam ThrowCompact And Lightweight Design At 122gInformative Oled DisplayDurable Stainless Steel Construction With Titanium CoatingUSB C Fast Rechargeable Battery With Long Runtime Up To 55 Hours
Common complaints
Slightly Heavy For Pocket CarryTailcap Is Glued And Only Removable By TailNo Included PouchBeam Tint Cooler And Cri Moderate
Length And Diameter Dimensions Not ProvidedRuntime Varies By Mode But Maximum Runtime Only Specified For Lowest Mode
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