Comparison Console
Olight i1R 2 EOS vs Olight i5R EOS
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Olight i1R 2 EOS stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative. Olight i1R 2 EOS stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative. Olight i5R EOS stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 133% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight i1R 2 EOS stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 123% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i1R 2 EOS stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 341% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i1R 2 EOS stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 133% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i1R 2 EOS stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 111% 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$17.95Cheapest
US$39.95Most expensive
Weight
13.6 g (0.48 oz)Lightest
60 g (2.12 oz)Heaviest
Length
45.15 mm (1.78 in)Shortest
95.4 mm (3.76 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
150 lmLowest output
350 lmHighest output
Max candela
400 cdLowest candela
1247 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
Unknown
70.6 m (232 ft)
Max runtime
Unknown
2220 min
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in rechargeable battery (70mAh)
Custom 2.4V rechargeable lithium-ion cell (called "14500" but non-standard)
Charging type
Micro USB
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Aluminum
Aerospace grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Keychain carryUltra-compact everyday carryQuick access light
EDCUsers wanting a dual-chemistry cell flashlightThose appreciating unique plum color
Common praise
Very light and small, easy to carry on keysConvenient USB rechargeable with micro USB portSimple and reliable twist interfaceGood brightness for size (up to 150 lumens)
Unique plum color with attractive finishCompact size for everyday carrySolid light performance up to 350 lumensIncludes custom rechargeable 2.4V lithium-ion cell and USB-C charging
Common complaints
No mode memory or additional blinking modesLow charging current and small battery capacitySmall threading parts require careful handling
Included specialized 2.4V cell not compatible with standard 14500 chargers or batteriesSpring edge can snag battery when screwing on tailcap without modification
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