Comparison Console
Fenix TK30R vs Nitecore P35i
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix TK30R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix TK30R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P35i stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 500% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix TK30R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P35i stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK30R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P35i stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK30R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P35i stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 500% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK30R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P35i stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 582% 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$265Cheapest
US$324Most expensive
Weight
250 g (8.82 oz)Lightest
296.6 g (10.46 oz)Heaviest
Length
184 mm (7.24 in)Shortest
186.9 mm (7.36 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmLowest output
3000 lmHighest output
Max candela
600000 cdLowest candela
678000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
1500 m (4921 ft)Lowest
1650 m (5413 ft)Highest
Max runtime
528 minShortest runtime
3600 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 Li-ion rechargeable
21700 Li-ion rechargeable (Nitecore 21700i 5000mAh) compatible with CR123/RCR123
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C fast charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 m for 30 minutes)
IP68 (2m submersion)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy with military-grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range illuminationHuntingTactical useSearch and rescueOutdoor use
Search & Rescue (extreme long-range visibility)Hunting (precision LEP spotlight)Tactical & Law Enforcement (strobe, OLED display, remote switch compatibility)Industrial & Emergency Use (bright floodlight)Outdoor & Survival (rugged and long runtime)
Common praise
Extremely long beam distance up to 1500 metersHigh build quality with durable materialsRechargeable with included 6000 mAh batteryMultiple tactical modes including instant strobeIP68 waterproof rating and good impact resistance
Exceptional long-range beam distance (1650 meters)High output brightness (3000 lumens)Versatile lighting modes (Spot, Flood, Mix)OLED display providing real-time infoDurable construction with IP68 ratingLong runtime up to 60 hours on low modeUSB-C fast charging convenience
Common complaints
Significant lumen drop after initial 15 minutes on high modeRelatively heavy for some usersPrice is on the higher endNeeds careful handling due to powerful laser
LEP mode has a 30-second time constraint due to overheating protection
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