Fenix E28R V2.0 vs ThruNite TC15 V3 size comparison
The ThruNite TC15 V3 is 1 mm (0.04 in) longer than the Fenix E28R V2.0, and 0.5 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The ThruNite TC15 V3 is 1 mm (0.04 in) longer than the Fenix E28R V2.0, and 0.5 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix E28R V2.0 Check price ↗ | ThruNite TC15 V3 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 121 mm (4.76 in) | 122 mm (4.80 in)+1 mm |
| Head / width | 26.5 mm (1.04 in) | 27 mm (1.06 in)+0.5 mm |
| Body | 22.5 mm (0.89 in) | 23 mm (0.91 in)+0.5 mm |
| Weight | 128 g with battery | 74 g listed |
| Battery | 18650 / 2x CR123A | 18650 |
| Max output | 1,700 lm | 2,403 lm |
| Throw | 273 m | 223 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $64.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $59.99 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced Retailer lists W 27 x H 23 mm |
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E28R V2.0 vs TC15 V3: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix E28R V2.0 is the shorter light: 121 mm (4.76 in) against 122 mm (4.80 in), a difference of 1 mm (1%). At its widest point the Fenix E28R V2.0 is 0.5 mm slimmer (26.5 vs 27 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix E28R V2.0: 128 g with battery; ThruNite TC15 V3: 74 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The ThruNite TC15 V3 is rated brighter: 2,403 lm maximum vs 1,700 lm for the Fenix E28R V2.0, 41% more. For beam distance the Fenix E28R V2.0 reaches further: 273 m vs 223 m rated throw (22% more).
Battery
The Fenix E28R V2.0 runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries; the ThruNite TC15 V3 runs on a removable 18650 battery.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix E28R V2.0 was $64.95 at fenixlighting.com and the ThruNite TC15 V3 $59.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite TC15 V3 cost $4.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix E28R V2.0 if you want longer throw (273 m vs 223 m). Choose the ThruNite TC15 V3 if you want more output (2,403 lm vs 1,700 lm). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
Check price ↗ Fenix E28R V2.0 Check price ↗ ThruNite TC15 V3
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E28R V2.0 vs TC15 V3 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix E28R V2.0 or the ThruNite TC15 V3?
The Fenix E28R V2.0 is the shorter light: 121 mm (4.76 in) against 122 mm (4.80 in), a difference of 1 mm (1%). At its widest point the Fenix E28R V2.0 is 0.5 mm slimmer (26.5 vs 27 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix E28R V2.0: 128 g with battery; ThruNite TC15 V3: 74 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix E28R V2.0 or the ThruNite TC15 V3?
The ThruNite TC15 V3 is rated brighter: 2,403 lm maximum vs 1,700 lm for the Fenix E28R V2.0, 41% more. For beam distance the Fenix E28R V2.0 reaches further: 273 m vs 223 m rated throw (22% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix E28R V2.0 or the ThruNite TC15 V3?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix E28R V2.0 was $64.95 at fenixlighting.com and the ThruNite TC15 V3 $59.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite TC15 V3 cost $4.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix E28R V2.0 and ThruNite TC15 V3 use the same battery?
The Fenix E28R V2.0 runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries; the ThruNite TC15 V3 runs on a removable 18650 battery.
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Sources
- Fenix E28R V2.0: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (batteryjunction.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price $64.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- ThruNite TC15 V3: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $59.99 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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