Comparison Console
Fenix E28R V2.0 vs Wurkkos DL30
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 2% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos DL30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos DL30 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 DL30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos DL30 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% 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 DL30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 112% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos DL30 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 4332% 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$49.99Cheapest
Weight
128 g (4.52 oz)Lightest
130 g (4.59 oz)Heaviest
Length
121 mm (4.76 in)Longest
118 mm (4.65 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmLowest output
3600 lmHighest output
Max candela
18588 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
273 m (896 ft)Highest
220 m (722 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
15600 minLongest runtime
352 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1×18650 lithium-ion (ARB-L18-3400) or 2×CR123A
21700 Li-ion rechargeable (compatible with 18650)
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
6061 grade aluminum alloy, hard-anodized Type III
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Daily commutingCampingHikingHands-free use with magnetic tail
Scuba divingSnorkelingNight divingCave divingTechnical diving
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 brightness and beam distanceExcellent color rendering (90 CRI)Compact and rugged designEasy one-handed magnetic control even with glovesReliable waterproofing to 100m depth
Common complaints
Slightly heavy for pocket carryTailcap is glued and only removable by tailNo included pouchBeam tint cooler and CRI moderate
Magnetic ring may be accidentally activated near magnetsRelatively short turbo runtime before stepdown
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