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Fenix TK25R vs ThruNite TN42 V2

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

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Fenix TK25R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix TK25R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TN42 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.

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What stands out

Cheapest

Fenix TK25R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

ThruNite TN42 V2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Fenix TK25R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

ThruNite TN42 V2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 326% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix TK25R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

ThruNite TN42 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

ThruNite TN42 V2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Fenix TK25R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 944% 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 TK25R — Beam distance: 350 m (1148 ft)Fenix TK25R — Max candela: 28000 cdFenix TK25R — Weight: 225 g (7.94 oz)Fenix TK25R — Length: 164 mm (6.46 in)Fenix TK25R — Retail price: US$200.55Fenix TK25R — Max lumens: 3600 lmThruNite TN42 V2 — Beam distance: 1800 m (5906 ft)ThruNite TN42 V2 — Max candela: 1620000 cdThruNite TN42 V2 — Weight: 959 g (33.83 oz)ThruNite TN42 V2 — Length: 191 mm (7.52 in)ThruNite TN42 V2 — Retail price: US$275ThruNite TN42 V2 — Max lumens: 4848 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$200.55Cheapest
US$275Most expensive
Weight
225 g (7.94 oz)Lightest
959 g (33.83 oz)Heaviest
Length
164 mm (6.46 in)Shortest
191 mm (7.52 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3600 lmLowest output
4848 lmHighest output
Max candela
28000 cdLowest candela
1620000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
350 m (1148 ft)Lowest
1800 m (5906 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3300 minLongest runtime
316 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-ion
4x 21700 lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum alloy
Aluminum, hard anodized
Use case profile
Best for
▣Law Enforcement▣Tactical Operations▣Search And Rescue▣Outdoor Activities▣EDC Use
▣Long Distance Search▣Mega Throw▣Outdoor Search And Rescue
Common praise
✓High Maximum Output With Versatile Multi LED Options✓Robust Build Quality With Ip68 Rating✓Fast USB C Charging With Included Battery✓Dual Switch Design With Easy Mode Selection✓Accurate Published Ansi Specs And Reliable Operation
✓High Maximum Output Around 4848 Lumens✓Exceptional Beam Throw (~1800m)✓Good Battery Life With 4x21700 Batteries In Parallel✓Simple And Intuitive User Interface With 5 Main Modes Plus Turbo And Strobe✓Good Build Quality With Solid Machining And Anodizing✓Includes Shoulder Strap And Spare Parts
Common complaints
⚠Higher Price Point Than Budget Brands⚠LED Replacement Not Supported⚠Some Heat Induced Output Throttling Under Extended Turbo Use
⚠Relatively Heavy And Large Size (959g, 191mm Length)⚠Threads Can Be Difficult To Start⚠Thermal Regulation Absent, Causing Step Down After ~2 Minutes⚠Somewhat Flimsy Front Attachment Point For Shoulder Strap⚠Driver Regulation Is Average With Turbo Affected By Battery Voltage⚠No Electronic Lockout, Only Mechanical

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