Fenix Light Comparison

Fenix lights are packaged in easy to open heavy paper / cardboard packages (not plastic clamshells). The various models include spare parts, lanyards, belt pouches, warranties and instructions. They did not include batteries

Each of these lights have a black finish and feel good in the hand. There are no loose parts, rattles, noises or easily breakable parts

Each of the lights gives off a clear white light with a bright center and no rings or dark spots. The LED quality seems very high

We took a look at this light a while back, but since it was available, we included it in this review as well. because it uses AA batteries, this light is the longest of the lights we tested, also the most narrow, since the CR123 batteries in the other lights are wider

The L2D tested outside at night pointing at a bush about 15 yards away. The first photo is at the highest power output 180 Lumens, the next three photos are the three 'General Mode' power levels; low 12 Lumens, medium 53 Lumens and High at 107 Lumens (dog in photo kept looking for what we were shining the light at) Side by side comparison below

Turbo
180 Lumens

The single battery Fenix PD20 is packaged in a cardboard box with plastic insert, not a plastic clamshell. It's easy to open and can be reused to store the PD20 as well. The PD20, like all the Fenix lights we reviewed, includes a belt pouch, spare parts, warranty card and instructions.

The instructions for the PD20 instruct the user on how to access the five functions and brightness levels

The belt pouch offers many attachment points and holds the light securely. The all black nylon sheath can fit on a belt, strap of a pack or bag, the map pocket of a car door, and many other places. It has a belt loop, an second loop that opens with hook & loop (velcro) and a plastic 'd'-ring so many attachment options are available

The PD20 is very small and puts out a surprising amount of light. The Fenix PD20 weighs just 1.9 ounces with a single CR123 battery. It's small enough to put on a keyring, but large enough to be easily used with one hand. It's not as tiny as some keyring lights which could be lost and are difficult to manage with gloves.

The PD20 tested outside at night pointing at a bush about 15 yards away. The first photo is at the highest power output 180 Lumens, the next three photos are the three 'General Mode' power levels; low 9 Lumens, medium 47 Lumens and High at 94 Lumens (dog in photo kept looking for what we were shining the light at) Side by side comparison below

Turbo
180 Lumens

The PD30 is packaged in a cardboard box with a selection of accessories

Instructions for the PD30 explain how to use the various functions and how to switch them on. The warranty card explains the Fenix limited lifetime, one year free service warranty and the 18 month option if you register via their website

The Fenix PD30 weighs just 3 ounces with two CR123 batteries. The PD30 fits well in the hand and is very easy to use and adjust with just one hand

The belt pouch for the PD30 (and all Fenix lights we've reviewed) is a well made all nylon black sheath. It has many attachment points including a sewn belt loop, a second belt loop that offers quick release with hook & loop (velcro) and a plastic loop. A very functional pouch.

The PD30 tested outside at night pointing at a bush about 15 yards away. The first photo is at the highest power output 220 Lumens, the next three photos are the three 'General Mode' power levels; low 9 Lumens, medium 70 Lumens and High at 117 Lumens (dog in photo kept looking for what we were shining the light at) Side by side comparison below

Turbo
220 Lumens

The TK10 from Fenix is packaged in a cardboard box, not a plastic clamshell and includes many of the most used accessories

The Fenix TK10 includes instructions and warranty card. The Fenix warranty is a limited lifetime warranty with free service for one year. If you use their website to register the warranty is extended to 18 months free repair

The TK10 is a good size for a tactical light. It holds two CR123 batteries. It fits well in the hand, and is another solid and well built product. Our first impression is that this light will hold up well if used as an impact weapon. The Fenix TK10 has a more tactical switch than the other Fenix lights in this review because it offers a momentary on feature as well as an always on option.

The TK10 weighs 5.8 ounces with two CR123 batteries

The TK10 comes with a lot of extras including; a nylon belt pouch, brass ring (for looks?), a tactical ring (for easily holding the light one handed), a removable belt / pocket clip, extra screws and tool for clip, lanyard, orange rubber tail cap, spare rubber 'O' rings, warranty card and instructions.

The Fenix TK10 comes with an orange tail cap button sleeve so the black one can be replaced. The orange cap is very easy to see in a bag or in shadows

I used a small multi-tool scissor jaws to open the tail cap and swap out the rubber button. This requires a bit of improvisation if you don't have the correct tool, but these scissors worked well, many pliers would too. The tail cap is another well made part and fit back together very solidly

The TK10 also comes with a removable clip, spare screws and tool (hex wrench) It attaches easily in moments, and the clip seems sturdy and strong

The TK10 tested outside at night pointing at a bush about 15 yards away. The first photo is at the low power setting at 60 Lumens, the second photo is high power setting at 225 lumens. Side by side comparison below

General 60 Lumens

Turbo 225 Lumens

The Fenix White Diffuser Tip fits all of the lights we reviewed except the TK10 (which is too wide). It is a very clever accessory. With no tools, moving parts or instructions needed, you simply press the white plastic cone on the bezel of the light you'd like to use. With low power it becomes a lantern that is easily bright enough to read by, with the high output levels or strobe settings, the flashlight becomes a signal or traffic light.This strong simple accessory is really a 'must have' in out opinion since it really adds function to the Fenix LED lights for less than $6

The Surefire E2D is another well made light with a strike bezel for defensive uses. It is an incandescent bulb, not an LED but since it was in my pocket as I was taking the photos, it was included in these tests

The E2D tested outside at night pointing at a bush about 15 yards away. The E2D has a single power setting of 60 lumens. Side by side comparison below

 
60 Lumens

This G2 is a polymer (plastic) light body with a 65 Lumen incandescent bulb. It is a very well built and strong light. This one has been upgraded to a LED light with the Surefire P60L LED bulb at 85 Lumens. The G2 holds two CR123 batteries.

The Surefire G2 with LED upgrade (P60L) tested outside at night pointing at a bush about 15 yards away. The P60L has a single power setting at 80 Lumens. Side by side comparison below

80 Lumens