Comparison Console
Fenix E28R V2.0 vs Streamlight PolyTac X
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 183% 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 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac X stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac X stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac X stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 183% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac X stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 7329% 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$74.93Most expensive
Weight
128 g (4.52 oz)Lightest
139 g (4.90 oz)Heaviest
Length
121 mm (4.76 in)Shortest
139 mm (5.47 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmHighest output
600 lmLowest output
Max candela
18588 cdHighest candela
11485 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
273 m (896 ft)Highest
205 m (673 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
15600 minLongest runtime
210 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1×18650 lithium-ion (ARB-L18-3400) or 2×CR123A
18650 lithium-ion battery or two CR123A lithium batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB rechargeable battery pack (SL-B26) included in rechargeable configuration
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX7 waterproof to 1m for 30 minutes
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
3 m (10 ft)Highest
Material
Aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
High-impact, super-tough nylon polymer with rocky stipple texture
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Daily commutingCampingHikingHands-free use with magnetic tail
Tactical useEDCEmergency preparedness
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 lumen output for sizeDurable constructionFlexible TEN-TAP programmingMomentary on/off switch
Common complaints
Slightly heavy for pocket carryTailcap is glued and only removable by tailNo included pouchBeam tint cooler and CRI moderate
Bulkier size compared to some modelsShort pocket clip limits carry convenience
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