Comparison Console
Fenix E28R V2.0 vs ThruNite Defender
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Defender stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 5% 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 15% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1429% 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$76Most expensive
Weight
128 g (4.52 oz)Heaviest
108 g (3.81 oz)Lightest
Length
121 mm (4.76 in)Longest
118 mm (4.65 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmHighest output
1619 lmLowest output
Max candela
18588 cdHighest candela
4880 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
273 m (896 ft)Highest
139 m (456 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
15600 minLongest runtime
1020 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1×18650 lithium-ion (ARB-L18-3400) or 2×CR123A
Built-in 1500mAh LiPo
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX7
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
HAIII black anodized 6061 aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Daily commutingCampingHikingHands-free use with magnetic tail
EDC utility tasksInspection workMechanicsElectriciansHVAC professionals
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
Versatile 3-in-1 lighting with white, UV, and laserFlat and pocketable designUSB-C charging with battery level indicatorsStrong magnetic base and two-way clipGood runtime and output for EDC
Common complaints
Slightly heavy for pocket carryTailcap is glued and only removable by tailNo included pouchBeam tint cooler and CRI moderate
Moonlight mode activation is somewhat slowBattery is built-in and not user replaceableLight heats up under extended Turbo useLow CRI cool white tint
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