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Fenix E28R V2.0 vs ThruNite TN12 V6
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 15% 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 19% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 277% 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$80Most expensive
Weight
128 g (4.52 oz)Heaviest
87.5 g (3.09 oz)Lightest
Length
121 mm (4.76 in)Shortest
133.5 mm (5.26 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmLowest output
1950 lmHighest output
Max candela
18588 cdHighest candela
16800 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
273 m (896 ft)Highest
259 m (850 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
15600 minShortest runtime
58740 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1×18650 lithium-ion (ARB-L18-3400) or 2×CR123A
1x 3400mAh 18650 rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aircraft-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum, Type III anodized
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)Daily CommutingCampingHikingHands Free Use With Magnetic Tail
EDCDutyCampingEmergenciesLaw EnforcementSearch And Rescue
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 Maximum Brightness Of 1950 LumensNo Accidental Pocket Activation Due To Tail Switch On/offGood Runtime With Multiple Brightness ModesUSB C Rechargeable With Battery IncludedCompact And Durable Aircraft Grade Aluminum BuildWaterproof To Ipx8 And Impact Resistant To 1.5 Meters
Common complaints
Slightly Heavy For Pocket CarryTailcap Is Glued And Only Removable By TailNo Included PouchBeam Tint Cooler And Cri Moderate
Tint Shift Issues On Beam Color, Especially In Lower ModesThe Side Switch Cover May Get Loose If Caught In PocketEmitter (sst 70) Not Ideal For Maximum Tint Or Throw Extremes
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