Comparison Console
Fenix E28R V2.0 vs Wurkkos DL08
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 14% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos DL08 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos DL08 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 112% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos DL08 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos DL08 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos DL08 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 112% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos DL08 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 15% 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$55.99Cheapest
Weight
128 g (4.52 oz)Lightest
149 g (5.26 oz)Heaviest
Length
121 mm (4.76 in)Shortest
138.9 mm (5.47 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmLowest output
3600 lmHighest output
Max candela
18588 cdLowest candela
18775 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
273 m (896 ft)Lowest
274 m (899 ft)Highest
Max runtime
15600 minShortest runtime
18000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1×18650 lithium-ion (ARB-L18-3400) or 2×CR123A
1x 21700 Li-ion rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C charging (5V/3A)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68 (underwater 100m)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aerospace grade 6061 aluminum alloy, hard-anodized type III
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Daily commutingCampingHikingHands-free use with magnetic tail
DivingUnderwater photographyNight divingExplorationAmateur astronomy
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 output brightness suitable for divingVersatile beam options including spot, flood, red and UVSolid build quality with aerospace grade aluminum and hard anodizingRotary magnetic switch allows mode selectionGood battery capacity (5000mAh) with USB-C chargingIncludes red and UV LEDs useful for specialized diving and photographyWaterproof to 100 meters depth
Common complaints
Slightly heavy for pocket carryTailcap is glued and only removable by tailNo included pouchBeam tint cooler and CRI moderate
Some users noted minor beam artifacts in spot modeWarmth of white light could be improved (some desire warmer spot LED)Initial units may have experienced reliability issues from a few usersDoes not come with ball mount by default but available on request
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