Comparison Console
Fenix LR50R V2.0 vs Streamlight Vulcan 180
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight Vulcan 180 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Vulcan 180 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LR50R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1400% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight Vulcan 180 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LR50R V2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Vulcan 180 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LR50R V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Vulcan 180 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LR50R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1400% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Vulcan 180 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LR50R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2590% 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$210Cheapest
Weight
1149.5 g (40.55 oz)Heaviest
1120 g (39.51 oz)Lightest
Length
217.6 mm (8.57 in)Longest
188.7 mm (7.43 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
18000 lmHighest output
1200 lmLowest output
Max candela
Unknown
75000 cd
Beam distance
846 m (2776 ft)Highest
548 m (1798 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
11700 minLongest runtime
435 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
32000mAh battery stick (proprietary 46950 cylindrical cell)
Lithium Ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB-C 18W and 45W fast charging, dual ports
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery, fully recharges in ~9-11 hours with battery status indicator
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX7 (waterproof to 1m submersion) / IP64
Impact resistance
Unknown
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Aluminum
High impact, super-tough nylon construction; rotating head of high-grade aluminum encased in super-tough nylon; reinforced D-Rings; rubberized cushioned-grip handle
Use case profile
Best for
Search and rescueOutdoor useProfessional tasksLong runtime needsInspection tasksTactical use
Firefighting and emergency scene lightingUtility and industrial useSituations needing high visibility in thick smoke or low visibility conditions
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
High brightness output with 1200 lumens and long beam distance of 548 metersDurable construction with IPX7 waterproof rating and impact resistanceUseful 180° tilting head to aim light where neededIntegrated blue taillight LEDs enhance visibility in thick smokeRechargeable lithium-ion battery with convenient charging optionsFlat base for stable hands-free use
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 compared to typical EDC flashlightsModerate runtime on high setting (around 4.75 to 7.25 hours)Long recharge time (9 to 11 hours)