Comparison Console
Fenix LR40R V2.0 vs Fenix LR50R V2.0
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LR50R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LR50R V2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LR50R V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LR50R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LR50R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 35355% 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$315.92Cheapest
US$370Most expensive
Weight
850 g (29.98 oz)Lightest
1149.5 g (40.55 oz)Heaviest
Length
175 mm (6.89 in)Shortest
217.6 mm (8.57 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
15000 lmLowest output
18000 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
Unknown
Beam distance
900 m (2953 ft)Highest
846 m (2776 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
33 minShortest runtime
11700 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in rechargeable Li-ion battery pack 12000 mAh (or 1 to 4 x 18650 cells)
32000mAh battery stick (proprietary 46950 cylindrical cell)
Charging type
USB Type-C fast charging (QC3.0 compatible)
USB-C 18W and 45W fast charging, dual ports
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Unknown
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Search and rescueOutdoor contractorsHigh output lighting needsLong-range and wide-area illumination
Search and rescueOutdoor useProfessional tasksLong runtime needsInspection tasksTactical use
Common praise
Excellent brightness and balanced beam for both throw and floodDurable and waterproof design (IP68)Fast USB-C charging and battery level indicatorGood runtime especially on lower modesErgonomic and solid build quality
Very high maximum brightness of 18,000 lumensLong beam distance of 846 metersExtremely long runtime up to 195 hours on lowVersatile lighting modes including red and UVOLED display shows real-time battery, mode, and runtime informationDual USB-C ports allowing fast 3-hour charging and power bank functionalityRugged IP68 rated aluminum construction
Common complaints
Heaviest and largest in its class for EDCHighest output modes are temperature limited with short runtime at max output
Heavier and larger size due to high capacity batteryBeam distance reduced compared to previous model due to wider beamBattery capacity exceeds 100Wh making air travel complicated