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Fenix TK30R vs SureFire E2D LED Defender Ultra

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

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SureFire E2D LED 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 longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 291% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Lightest

SureFire E2D LED Defender Ultra stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Fenix TK30R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 110% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

SureFire E2D LED Defender Ultra stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Fenix TK30R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 291% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

SureFire E2D LED Defender Ultra stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

Fenix TK30R stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest candela

SureFire E2D LED Defender Ultra stands out as the lowest candela option for max candela, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest candela

Fenix TK30R stands out as the highest candela option for max candela, with about a 3650% 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 TK30R — Beam distance: 1500 m (4921 ft)Fenix TK30R — Max candela: 600000 cdFenix TK30R — Weight: 250 g (8.82 oz)Fenix TK30R — Length: 184 mm (7.24 in)Fenix TK30R — Max runtime: 528 minFenix TK30R — Retail price: US$265SureFire E2D LED Defender Ultra — Beam distance: 127 m (417 ft)SureFire E2D LED Defender Ultra — Max candela: 16000 cdSureFire E2D LED Defender Ultra — Weight: 119 g (4.20 oz)SureFire E2D LED Defender Ultra — Length: 142 mm (5.59 in)SureFire E2D LED Defender Ultra — Max runtime: 135 minSureFire E2D LED Defender Ultra — Retail price: US$265Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthMax runtimeRetail price
Price & carry
Retail price
US$265
US$265
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 lm
500 lm
Max candela
600000 cdHighest candela
16000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1500 m (4921 ft)Highest
127 m (417 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
528 minLongest runtime
135 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 Li-ion rechargeable
2 x 123A lithium primary batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 m for 30 minutes)
Unknown
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Hard anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range illuminationHuntingTactical useSearch and rescueOutdoor use
Self-defenseGeneral purpose handheld useTactical applications
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
Highly versatile beam combining long reach and wide spillGood runtime with thermal regulation extending useSecure grip with aggressive knurling and flared tail capLifetime warranty
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
High retail priceAggressive bezel styling may not appeal to all users