Comparison Console
Fenix LD12R vs Fenix UC30
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix LD12R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix UC30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix UC30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix UC30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD12R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD12R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD12R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD12R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 818% 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$73.21Most expensive
US$59.95Cheapest
Weight
74 g (2.61 oz)Lightest
77 g (2.72 oz)Heaviest
Length
142 mm (5.59 in)Longest
130 mm (5.12 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
600 lmLowest output
1000 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
Unknown
Beam distance
186 m (610 ft)Lowest
253 m (830 ft)Highest
Max runtime
980 minShortest runtime
9000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
14500 rechargeable Li-ion; also compatible with AA battery
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion or 2x CR123A Lithium batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
Micro USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (submersible up to 2 meters for 30 minutes)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Unknown
Aircraft-grade aluminum with type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryHands-free use with metal surfaces
Everyday carryOutdoor activitiesProfessional use
Common praise
Compact and lightweight designStrong maximum brightness of 600 lumensVersatile dual light outputs (main and side LEDs)Convenient USB-C charging portFully waterproof with IP68 ratingImpact resistant to 1.5 metersMagnetic clip for hands-free use on metal surfacesCompatibility with both 14500 rechargeable and AA batteries
Compact and solid build qualityHigh maximum brightness of 1000 lumensMultiple output levels with strobeUSB rechargeable with included batteryWaterproof and dust proof with IPX8 ratingStainless steel side switch with battery indicatorGood battery life and regulated output
Common complaints
Decreased performance in cold weather when using certain NiMH batteriesHigh mode not accessible with AA batteriesRequires precise assembly to maintain reliable contactOccasional contact issues in cold environments
Turbo mode automatically downshifts after 3 minutesNo integrated pocket clipWeight excludes battery