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Fenix E28R V2.0 vs Nitecore MH25 Pro

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 2% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MH25 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Nitecore MH25 Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Nitecore MH25 Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Nitecore MH25 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Nitecore MH25 Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 150% 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 — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)Nitecore MH25 Pro — Beam distance: 705 m (2313 ft)Nitecore MH25 Pro — Max candela: 124300 cdNitecore MH25 Pro — Weight: 130 g (4.59 oz)Nitecore MH25 Pro — Length: 153.6 mm (6.05 in)Nitecore MH25 Pro — Retail price: US$99.95Nitecore MH25 Pro — Impact resistance: 2 m (7 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$64.95Cheapest
US$99.95Most expensive
Weight
128 g (4.52 oz)Lightest
130 g (4.59 oz)Heaviest
Length
121 mm (4.76 in)Shortest
153.6 mm (6.05 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmLowest output
3300 lmHighest output
Max candela
18588 cdLowest candela
124300 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
273 m (896 ft)Lowest
705 m (2313 ft)Highest
Max runtime
15600 minShortest runtime
39000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1×18650 lithium-ion (ARB-L18-3400) or 2×CR123A
21700 Li-ion rechargeable (Nitecore NL2153HP 5300mAh included)
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry (EDC)▣Daily Commuting▣Camping▣Hiking▣Hands Free Use With Magnetic Tail
▣EDC▣Tactical Use▣Outdoors▣Search & Rescue▣Law Enforcement
Common praise
✓High Output For Size✓Versatile Lighting Modes Including Warning Lights✓USB C Fast Charging✓Solid Build Quality And Finish✓Magnetic Tail For Hands Free Use✓Good Runtime On Lower Modes
✓High Maximum Brightness Of 3300 Lumens✓Long Beam Distance Up To 705 Meters✓Durable Ip68 Rated Waterproof And Impact Resistant Design✓Versatile Modes Including Tactical And Daily Mode✓USB C Charging Convenience With Included High Capacity Battery
Common complaints
⚠Slightly Heavy For Pocket Carry⚠Tailcap Is Glued And Only Removable By Tail⚠No Included Pouch⚠Beam Tint Cooler And Cri Moderate
⚠Turbo Mode Runtime Is Relatively Short (30 Minutes)⚠Heavy Without Battery Installed⚠Complex Mode Selection May Require Learning Curve

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