Comparison Console
Fenix HP30R V2.0 vs SureFire Minimus
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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SureFire Minimus stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix HP30R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix HP30R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 900% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix HP30R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Minimus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Minimus stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HP30R V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 287% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Minimus stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HP30R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 900% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Minimus stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HP30R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 7900% 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$153.31Cheapest
US$266.95Most expensive
Weight
437 g (15.41 oz)Heaviest
113 g (3.99 oz)Lightest
Length
92 mm (3.62 in)Shortest
113.3 mm (4.46 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmHighest output
300 lmLowest output
Max candela
Unknown
1100 cd
Beam distance
270 m (886 ft)Highest
60 m (197 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
7200 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Two 21700 Li-ion rechargeable batteries
1x CR123A lithium
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IP66
IPX7
Impact resistance
1.98 m (6 ft)
Unknown
Material
Unknown
Hard-anodized aerospace aluminum housing, polymer parts
Use case profile
Best for
HikingMountain treksJungle treksSnow expeditionsProfessional use such as fire brigade, police, defense, rescue workers
Tactical useCampingTrail hikingWork requiring reliable hands-free lightingOutdoor activities requiring durable headlamp
Common praise
Very powerful light output up to 3000 lumensVersatile beam modes including spotlight and floodlightDetachable battery pack for convenience and warmthLong battery runtime, especially on low modesComfortable weight distribution with battery pack off the headEasy to use rotary control switch
Highly durable and reliable build qualitySmooth and easy to adjust brightness levels with a knobComfortable, adjustable headband with moisture-wicking forehead padWide, well-focused flood beam ideal for near-field tasksRemembers last brightness settingIncludes red filter lens for night vision compatibility
Common complaints
Adjustment switch initially stiff and affects beam angleRubber cover for charging port may break or get lost
Red filter lens is removable and can be easily lostKnob can rotate continuously making it hard to detect max/min outputNot USB rechargeable, requiring battery swaps