Comparison Console
Fenix LR50R V2.0 vs Nitecore TM20K
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore TM20K stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM20K stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM20K stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore TM20K stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LR50R V2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM20K stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LR50R V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 172% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LR50R V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM20K stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM20K stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LR50R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1400% 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$370Most expensive
US$299.95Cheapest
Weight
1149.5 g (40.55 oz)Heaviest
422 g (14.89 oz)Lightest
Length
217.6 mm (8.57 in)Longest
145.5 mm (5.73 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
18000 lmLowest output
20000 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
22200 cd
Beam distance
846 m (2776 ft)Highest
290 m (951 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
11700 minLongest runtime
780 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
32000mAh battery stick (proprietary 46950 cylindrical cell)
Built-in 2 x 21700 Li-ion rechargeable batteries, 9600mAh total capacity
Charging type
USB-C 18W and 45W fast charging, dual ports
USB-C with Quick Charge support
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aluminum
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Search And RescueOutdoor UseProfessional TasksLong Runtime NeedsInspection TasksTactical Use
Tactical ActivitiesSearch And RescueOutdoor ActivitiesIndustrial UseSelf Preservation And Active Threat Mitigation
Common praise
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
Extremely High Brightness OutputSolid And Durable Cnc Machined Unibody ConstructionVersatile Dual Switch With Tactical FeaturesStable Output With Advanced Thermal RegulationGood Waterproofing And Impact Resistance
Common complaints
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
Relatively Heavy And Bulky For Everyday CarryBurst Mode Duration Is Short
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