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Fenix RC40 vs Olight Marauder 2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Olight Marauder 2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Marauder 2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Marauder 2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 300% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight Marauder 2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix RC40 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 118% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Marauder 2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix RC40 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix RC40 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Marauder 2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 300% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Marauder 2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix RC40 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 171% 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$480Most expensive
US$219.99Cheapest
Weight
1310 g (46.21 oz)Heaviest
750 g (26.46 oz)Lightest
Length
299 mm (11.77 in)Longest
140 mm (5.51 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3500 lmLowest output
14000 lmHighest output
Max candela
126000 cdLowest candela
160000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
710 m (2329 ft)Lowest
800 m (2625 ft)Highest
Max runtime
9600 minLongest runtime
3540 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in rechargeable Li-ion battery pack 7.4V 7800mAh
Built-in three 3.6V 5000mAh 21700 rechargeable lithium-ion batteries (54Wh)
Charging type
AC adapter and DC car charger
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8 underwater 2m
IPX8
Impact resistance
Unknown
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Durable aircraft-grade aluminum, Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish, toughened ultra-clear glass lens with anti-reflective coating
Aluminum Alloy
Use case profile
Best for
High output illuminationLong beam distanceRechargeable useTactical and industrial applications
Search and rescueSelf-defenseCampingHuntingOutdoor activitiesLaw enforcementGeneral use
Common praise
Very bright output suitable for professional useLong beam distance and runtimeSolid build quality and durable materialsDual side switches for quick mode changesPower bank function to charge external devices
Extremely bright and powerful outputFlexible lighting modes with spotlight and floodlightLong runtime and fast USB-C chargingBuilt-in safety sensors to prevent overheatingDurable and waterproof construction
Common complaints
Heavier and larger than typical EDC lightsRuntime in turbo mode is limited due to overheating protectionPrice is relatively highNot waterproof beyond 2 meters depth
Large size and weight may limit pocket carryHigher price compared to smaller EDC lights
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