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Fenix LD12R vs Fenix LD30R
Fenix LD12R ($59.95) vs Fenix LD30R ($79.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right edc flashlight.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Fenix LD12R | Fenix LD30R |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $59.95 | $79.95 |
| Weight | 74g | 132g |
| Output | 600 lumens, 186 m | 1,700 lumens, 257 m |
| LED | Main light: Luminus SST20 cold white LED; Side light: SC1818C LED | Luminus SST40 LED |
| Modes | Seven modes including four brightness levels from the main light and three levels from the side light | Seven lighting modes including five brightness levels, strobe, and SOS |
| Battery | rechargeable 14500 li-ion battery | 18650 li-ion rechargeable battery or two CR123A non-rechargeable lithium batteries |
| Size | Length 121 mm, Head 22 mm, Body 19 mm | Length 129.7 mm, Head 26.5 mm, Body 22.6 mm |
| Runtime | 16 hours 20 minutes max | 750 hours max |
| Weight | 74g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 2.61 oz. (74g) including battery) | 132g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 4.66 oz. (132g) including battery) |
Pros & Cons
Fenix LD12R
- 600 lumens and 186 m of throw
- Runs on rechargeable 14500 li-ion battery
- 74 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- Check the size before you commit to pocket carry
- Fenix's 16 hours 20 minutes runtime is its longest figure, normally at the lowest level, not at full output
Fenix LD30R
- 1,700 lumens and 257 m of throw
- Runs on 18650 li-ion rechargeable battery or two CR123A non-rechargeable lithium batteries
- 132 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- Check the size before you commit to pocket carry
- Fenix's 750 hours runtime is its longest figure, normally at the lowest level, not at full output
Fenix LD12R is the better value at $59.95. Both are part of our curated edc flashlight index — tap through to check current pricing.