Fenix TK20R UE vs Nextorch TA30C MAX size comparison
The Nextorch TA30C MAX is 0.7 mm (0.03 in) shorter than the Fenix TK20R UE, and 4 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The Nextorch TA30C MAX is 0.7 mm (0.03 in) shorter than the Fenix TK20R UE, and 4 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix TK20R UE Check price ↗ | Nextorch TA30C MAX Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 153.7 mm (6.05 in) | 153 mm (6.02 in)−0.7 mm |
| Head / width | 34 mm (1.34 in) | 38 mm (1.50 in)+4 mm |
| Body | 25.4 mm (1.00 in) | 28 mm (1.10 in)+2.6 mm |
| Weight | 204 g with battery | 153 g listed |
| Battery | 21700 | 21700 |
| Max output | 2,800 lm | 3,000 lm |
| Throw | 465 m | 390 m |
| Type | Tactical | Tactical |
| Price | $89.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $109.00 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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TK20R UE vs TA30C MAX: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nextorch TA30C MAX is the shorter light: 153 mm (6.02 in) against 153.7 mm (6.05 in), a difference of 0.7 mm (0%). At its widest point the Fenix TK20R UE is 4 mm slimmer (34 vs 38 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix TK20R UE: 204 g with battery; Nextorch TA30C MAX: 153 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nextorch TA30C MAX is rated brighter: 3,000 lm maximum vs 2,800 lm for the Fenix TK20R UE, 7% more. For beam distance the Fenix TK20R UE reaches further: 465 m vs 390 m rated throw (19% more).
Battery
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix TK20R UE was $89.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nextorch TA30C MAX $109.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Fenix TK20R UE cost $19.05 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are tactical lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix TK20R UE if you want a slimmer profile (4 mm narrower) and longer throw (465 m vs 390 m). On the specs we track, the Fenix TK20R UE is ahead or level everywhere; the Nextorch TA30C MAX makes sense mainly if its price, interface or a feature we don't track suits you better. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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TK20R UE vs TA30C MAX FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix TK20R UE or the Nextorch TA30C MAX?
The Nextorch TA30C MAX is the shorter light: 153 mm (6.02 in) against 153.7 mm (6.05 in), a difference of 0.7 mm (0%). At its widest point the Fenix TK20R UE is 4 mm slimmer (34 vs 38 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix TK20R UE: 204 g with battery; Nextorch TA30C MAX: 153 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix TK20R UE or the Nextorch TA30C MAX?
The Nextorch TA30C MAX is rated brighter: 3,000 lm maximum vs 2,800 lm for the Fenix TK20R UE, 7% more. For beam distance the Fenix TK20R UE reaches further: 465 m vs 390 m rated throw (19% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix TK20R UE or the Nextorch TA30C MAX?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix TK20R UE was $89.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nextorch TA30C MAX $109.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Fenix TK20R UE cost $19.05 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix TK20R UE and Nextorch TA30C MAX use the same battery?
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
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Sources
- Fenix TK20R UE: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $89.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Nextorch TA30C MAX: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $109.00 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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