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Fenix TK20R V2.0 vs Sofirn SK31 Tactical

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Fenix TK20R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SK31 Tactical stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 59% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SK31 Tactical stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 127% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Sofirn SK31 Tactical stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 59% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Fenix TK20R V2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 145% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Fenix TK20R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Sofirn SK31 Tactical stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix TK20R V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Sofirn SK31 Tactical stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 127% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Fenix TK20R V2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Sofirn SK31 Tactical stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 942% 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.

Fenix TK20R V2.0 — Beam distance: 475 m (1558 ft)Fenix TK20R V2.0 — Max candela: 56600 cdFenix TK20R V2.0 — Weight: 204 g (7.20 oz)Fenix TK20R V2.0 — Length: 153 mm (6.02 in)Fenix TK20R V2.0 — Retail price: US$130Fenix TK20R V2.0 — Max lumens: 3000 lmSofirn SK31 Tactical — Beam distance: 395 m (1296 ft)Sofirn SK31 Tactical — Max candela: 38900 cdSofirn SK31 Tactical — Weight: 223.3 g (7.88 oz)Sofirn SK31 Tactical — Length: 156.1 mm (6.15 in)Sofirn SK31 Tactical — Retail price: US$52.99Sofirn SK31 Tactical — Max lumens: 6800 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$130Most expensive
US$52.99Cheapest
Weight
204 g (7.20 oz)Lightest
223.3 g (7.88 oz)Heaviest
Length
153 mm (6.02 in)Shortest
156.1 mm (6.15 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmLowest output
6800 lmHighest output
Max candela
56600 cdHighest candela
38900 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
475 m (1558 ft)Highest
395 m (1296 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
2880 minShortest runtime
30000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-ion rechargeable
21700 Li-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C 5V 3A
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Unknown
6061-T6 aluminum alloy body, stainless steel bezel with black PVD coating
Use case profile
Best for
▣Tactical Identification And Use▣Law Enforcement▣Military▣Search And Rescue▣Outdoor Professionals
▣Tactical Use▣Outdoor Activities▣Search And Rescue▣Law Enforcement▣EDC▣Home Defense
Common praise
✓Very High 3000 Lumen Output With Excellent 475m Beam Throw For Tactical Use✓Convenient USB C Rechargeable 21700 Battery System With Solid Runtime✓Intuitive Dual Tailcap Switches For One Handed Tactical Operation✓Rugged Ip68 Waterproof And Impact Resistant Design✓Versatile Multi Mode Output Including Instant Strobe For Defensive Purposes
✓High Maximum Brightness Of 6800 Lumens✓Long Beam Distance Of 395 Meters✓Robust Build With Aluminum Body And Stainless Steel Bezel✓Effective USB C Charging With Protective Screwable Cover✓Multiple Intuitive Switches Including Lockout✓Good Battery Runtime Up To 500 Hours On Low✓Excellent Mode Selection Including Tactical, Outdoor, And Strobe✓Minimal Green Tint LED Emitter✓Included Holster And Accessories
Common complaints
⚠Larger And Heavier Than Compact EDC Lights (204g With Battery)⚠No Ultra Low Moonlight Mode For Extended Low Light Preservation⚠Turbo Mode Step Down Under Sustained Use⚠Premium Pricing Compared To Basic Tactical Lights⚠Made In China May Be A Consideration For Some U.s. Procurement Preferences
⚠Included Battery Has Lower Continuous Discharge Rating Than Optimal For Max Lumens⚠Lockout Button Placement Considered Awkward By Some Users⚠Lockout Switch Occasionally Causes Operation Issues Requiring Toggle⚠Does Not Tail Stand Due To Button Protrusion

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