Comparison Console
Fenix E28R V2.0 vs Wurkkos HD05
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 46% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD05 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD05 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 11456% 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$63Cheapest
Weight
128 g (4.52 oz)Lightest
237 g (8.36 oz)Heaviest
Length
121 mm (4.76 in)Shortest
129 mm (5.08 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmLowest output
3100 lmHighest output
Max candela
18588 cdLowest candela
28056 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
273 m (896 ft)Lowest
335 m (1099 ft)Highest
Max runtime
15600 minLongest runtime
135 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1×18650 lithium-ion (ARB-L18-3400) or 2×CR123A
21700 Li-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX6
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
6061 aluminum alloy with stainless steel bezel and button outer ring
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)Daily CommutingCampingHikingHands Free Use With Magnetic Tail
EDC With Multiple Lighting ModesNight SearchesRepairsEmergency LightingMaintenance Inspections Using Uv Light
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
Multiple Lighting Modes Including Spot, Flood, Red, And UvHigh Maximum Brightness And Long ThrowAdjustable Color Temperature On FloodlightConvenient Foldable And Rotatable Floodlight WingDurable Aluminum Alloy ConstructionIncluded Rechargeable 21700 Battery With USB C ChargingMagnetic Base And Mounting Options For Hands Free Use
Common complaints
Slightly Heavy For Pocket CarryTailcap Is Glued And Only Removable By TailNo Included PouchBeam Tint Cooler And Cri Moderate
Red And Uv Light Quality Not Perfect (red Beam Not Smooth Close Up; Uv Has Visible Light Spill)Magnetic Rotary Selector Switch Can Be Rough And SlowStrobe Modes Produce Loud Clicking NoiseWater Resistance Limited By Foldable Wing DesignWing Mechanism May Cause Scratches On Body Over TimeHeavier Than Typical EDC Flashlights
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