Comparison Console
Fenix E28R V2.0 vs Olight i5R EOS
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative. Olight i5R EOS stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 386% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 113% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 386% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 603% 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$39.95Cheapest
Weight
128 g (4.52 oz)Heaviest
60 g (2.12 oz)Lightest
Length
121 mm (4.76 in)Longest
95.4 mm (3.76 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmHighest output
350 lmLowest output
Max candela
18588 cdHighest candela
1247 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
273 m (896 ft)Highest
70.6 m (232 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
15600 minLongest runtime
2220 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1×18650 lithium-ion (ARB-L18-3400) or 2×CR123A
Custom 2.4V rechargeable lithium-ion cell (called "14500" but non-standard)
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aerospace grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)Daily CommutingCampingHikingHands Free Use With Magnetic Tail
EDCUsers Wanting A Dual Chemistry Cell FlashlightThose Appreciating Unique Plum Color
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
Unique Plum Color With Attractive FinishCompact Size For Everyday CarrySolid Light Performance Up To 350 LumensIncludes Custom Rechargeable 2.4v Lithium Ion Cell And USB C Charging
Common complaints
Slightly Heavy For Pocket CarryTailcap Is Glued And Only Removable By TailNo Included PouchBeam Tint Cooler And Cri Moderate
Included Specialized 2.4v Cell Not Compatible With Standard 14500 Chargers Or BatteriesSpring Edge Can Snag Battery When Screwing On Tailcap Without Modification
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