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Fenix LD30R vs Fenix HT18R V2.0
Fenix LD30R ($79.95) 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 LD30R | Fenix HT18R V2.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $79.95 | $149.95 |
| Weight | 132g | 358g |
| Output | 1,700 lumens, 257 m | 3,700 lumens |
| LED | Luminus SST40 LED | Luminus SFT90 LED |
| Modes | Seven lighting modes including five brightness levels, strobe, and SOS | Seven lighting modes including four brightness levels, beacon, Strobe, and SOS |
| Battery | 18650 li-ion rechargeable battery or two CR123A non-rechargeable lithium batteries | 6000mAh 21700 rechargeable li-ion battery |
| Size | Length 129.7 mm, Head 26.5 mm, Body 22.6 mm | Length: 7.86’’ (199.7mm) Head: 2.68’’ (68mm) Body: 1.00’’ (25.4mm) |
| Runtime | 750 hours max | 87 hours max |
| Weight | 132g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 4.66 oz. (132g) including battery) | 358g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 12.64 oz. (358g) including battery) |
Pros & Cons
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 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 LD30R is the better value at $79.95. Both are part of our curated edc flashlight index — tap through to check current pricing.