Comparison Console
Fenix TK30R vs SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix TK30R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix TK30R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK30R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK30R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro 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$265Cheapest
US$399Most expensive
Weight
250 g (8.82 oz)Heaviest
156 g (5.50 oz)Lightest
Length
184 mm (7.24 in)Longest
150 mm (5.91 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmLowest output
700 lmHighest output
Max candela
600000 cdHighest candela
100000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1500 m (4921 ft)Highest
632 m (2073 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
528 minLongest runtime
165 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 Li-ion rechargeable
One SF18650 rechargeable or two CR123A lithium primary batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
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
Aerospace aluminum, Mil-Spec hard anodized
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range illuminationHuntingTactical useSearch and rescueOutdoor use
Long range target identificationWeapon mounting for military/law enforcement usePositive target identification at extreme distance
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
Outstanding beam intensity for long range identification (100,000 candela)Long runtime for its class (2.5-2.75 hours)Dual fuel capability offers flexibility between rechargeable battery and primary lithiumRugged aerospace aluminum construction with IPX7 waterproof ratingCompatible with multiple mounting systems and remote switches
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
Premium price pointLower lumen output compared to some flood lightsRechargeable battery sold only as SureFire formatDesigned primarily for long throw rather than wide area illuminationHeavier than compact Scout Light variants
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