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Fenix LD30R vs Fenix UC30
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix UC30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix UC30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LD30R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix UC30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD30R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD30R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD30R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD30R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 102% 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$86.48Most expensive
US$59.95Cheapest
Weight
132 g (4.66 oz)Heaviest
77 g (2.72 oz)Lightest
Length
129.7 mm (5.11 in)Shortest
130 mm (5.12 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmHighest output
1000 lmLowest output
Max candela
18037 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
267 m (876 ft)Highest
253 m (830 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
4450 minShortest runtime
9000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 included ARB-L18-3400 Li-ion rechargeable 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 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
All-metal CNC machined body with premium type HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aircraft-grade aluminum with type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
EDCOutdoor useCampingEmergencyTactical
Everyday carryOutdoor activitiesProfessional use
Common praise
High brightness and versatile modesDurable and well-built metal bodyConvenient dual-switch interfaceLong runtime on lower modesWaterproof and impact resistant
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
Price may be high compared to simpler flashlights
Turbo mode automatically downshifts after 3 minutesNo integrated pocket clipWeight excludes battery
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