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Fenix TK30R vs SureFire E2D Defender Ultra
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
SureFire E2D Defender Ultra stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire E2D Defender Ultra stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire E2D Defender Ultra stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
SureFire E2D Defender Ultra stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK30R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire E2D Defender Ultra stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK30R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 110% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK30R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire E2D Defender Ultra stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire E2D Defender Ultra stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK30R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 220% 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$265Most expensive
US$259Cheapest
Weight
250 g (8.82 oz)Heaviest
119 g (4.20 oz)Lightest
Length
184 mm (7.24 in)Longest
142 mm (5.59 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmLowest output
1000 lmHighest output
Max candela
600000 cdHighest candela
10600 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1500 m (4921 ft)Highest
200 m (656 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
528 minLongest runtime
165 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 Li-ion rechargeable
Two 123A batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IP68 (2 m for 30 minutes)
IPX7
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
High-strength aerospace aluminum, Mil-Spec hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range illuminationHuntingTactical useSearch and rescueOutdoor use
Everyday carryTactical useSelf-defenseAdministrative tasks
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
High brightness with wide beam and good rangeLong battery life on low modeDurable aerospace aluminum buildEffective dual output modesSelf-defense oriented design features
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
Bezel can become hot during extended high output useSharp bezel may cause minor injury if mishandledTail cap can accumulate dust and debris when carried in pocket
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