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Fenix TK30R vs Nitecore TM20K
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 41% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix TK30R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM20K stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 3900% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix TK30R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM20K stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK30R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM20K stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK30R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM20K stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 3900% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK30R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM20K stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 48% 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$299.95Most expensive
Weight
250 g (8.82 oz)Lightest
422 g (14.89 oz)Heaviest
Length
184 mm (7.24 in)Longest
145.5 mm (5.73 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmLowest output
20000 lmHighest output
Max candela
600000 cdHighest candela
22200 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1500 m (4921 ft)Highest
290 m (951 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
528 minShortest runtime
780 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 Li-ion rechargeable
Built-in 2 x 21700 Li-ion rechargeable batteries, 9600mAh total capacity
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C with Quick Charge support
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 m for 30 minutes)
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range illuminationHuntingTactical useSearch and rescueOutdoor use
Tactical activitiesSearch and rescueOutdoor activitiesIndustrial useSelf-preservation and active threat mitigation
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
Extremely high brightness outputSolid and durable CNC machined unibody constructionVersatile dual switch with tactical featuresStable output with advanced thermal regulationGood waterproofing and impact resistance
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
Relatively heavy and bulky for everyday carryBurst mode duration is short
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