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Fenix LD30R vs Nitecore EC4GTS
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix LD30R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LD30R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix LD30R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD30R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD30R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD30R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EC4GTS stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 412% 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$86.48Cheapest
US$90Most expensive
Weight
132 g (4.66 oz)Lightest
171 g (6.03 oz)Heaviest
Length
129.7 mm (5.11 in)Shortest
155 mm (6.10 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmLowest output
1800 lmHighest output
Max candela
18037 cdLowest candela
39220 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
267 m (876 ft)Lowest
396 m (1299 ft)Highest
Max runtime
4450 minShortest runtime
22800 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 included ARB-L18-3400 Li-ion rechargeable battery
2 x 18650 Li-Ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (2 meters submersible)
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
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
EDCOutdoor useCampingEmergencyTactical
Search and rescueOutdoor campingWalking/hikingBug-Out Bag (BOB)
Common praise
High brightness and versatile modesDurable and well-built metal bodyConvenient dual-switch interfaceLong runtime on lower modesWaterproof and impact resistant
High output with effective beam throwDurable build quality with quality materials and anodizingErgonomic design with good grip even in wet conditionsUseful UI with direct access to Turbo and Ultra-LowLong maximum runtime and efficient thermal regulation
Common complaints
Price may be high compared to simpler flashlights
No clip included for pocket carryRequires button top 18650 batteries for proper contact
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