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Fenix E28R V2.0 vs Fenix HT18R V2.0
Fenix E28R V2.0 ($64.95) vs Fenix HT18R V2.0 ($149.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right edc flashlight.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Fenix E28R V2.0 | Fenix HT18R V2.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $64.95 | $149.95 |
| Weight | 128g | 358g |
| Material | Hard-anodized aluminum | — |
| Weight | 128g (Fenix published) | 358g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 12.64 oz. (358g) including battery) |
| Output | 1700lm max | 3,700 lumens |
| Runtime | 260h max | 87 hours max |
| Battery | 1x 18650 (included) or 2x CR123A | 6000mAh 21700 rechargeable li-ion battery |
| Weight basis | Including battery | — |
| LED | — | Luminus SFT90 LED |
| Modes | — | Seven lighting modes including four brightness levels, beacon, Strobe, and SOS |
| Size | — | Length: 7.86’’ (199.7mm) Head: 2.68’’ (68mm) Body: 1.00’’ (25.4mm) |
Pros & Cons
Fenix E28R V2.0
- Takes either an 18650 or two CR123A
- 1,700 lm in a 128 g light
- Long low-mode runtime
- Page showed it on pre-order at research time
- Heavier than flat or AAA lights
Fenix HT18R V2.0
- 3,700 lumens
- Runs on 6000mAh 21700 rechargeable li-ion battery
- 358 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- 358 g is heavy for a pocket
- Fenix's 87 hours runtime is its longest figure, normally at the lowest level, not at full output
Fenix E28R V2.0 is the better value at $64.95. Both are part of our curated edc flashlight index — tap through to check current pricing.