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Fenix LR80R vs Nitecore TM28
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore TM28 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LR80R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LR80R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 200% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix LR80R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LR80R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 295% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LR80R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 200% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LR80R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 233% 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$388Cheapest
US$399.95Most expensive
Weight
1636 g (57.71 oz)Heaviest
414.7 g (14.63 oz)Lightest
Length
259.08 mm (10.20 in)Longest
142 mm (5.59 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
18000 lmHighest output
6000 lmLowest output
Max candela
318000 cdHighest candela
107200 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1130 m (3707 ft)Highest
655 m (2149 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
18000 minShortest runtime
59940 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 7.2V/12000 mAh Li-ion battery pack
4x 3100mAh IMR 18650 rechargeable Li-ion batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C 45W fast charging
AC adapter with intelligent charging circuit
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (submersible)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
A6061-T6 aluminium with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aerospace grade aluminium alloy with HAIII hard anodised finish
Use case profile
Best for
Search and rescue missionsOutdoor enthusiastsProfessionals needing powerful illumination
Search and rescueCampingPhotographyOutdoor useTactical applications
Common praise
Extremely bright output up to 18000 lumensVery long beam distance up to 1130 metersDurable aluminum construction with IP68 ratingDual switch for easy mode switchingFast USB Type-C charging
Very bright output with high lumen countLong beam distance and intensityIntelligent charging and OLED status displayMultiple brightness and special modesDurable, waterproof design
Common complaints
Heavy weight and large size limits pocket carryHigh runtime only in lower output modesComplex interface for casual users
Heavy weight for pocket carryRelatively large size
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