Fenix APEX 20 vs Fenix E09R size comparison
The Fenix E09R is 8.6 mm (0.34 in) longer than the Fenix APEX 20, and 9.2 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 16 g lighter (with battery).
The Fenix E09R is 8.6 mm (0.34 in) longer than the Fenix APEX 20, and 9.2 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 16 g lighter (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix APEX 20 Check price ↗ | Fenix E09R Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 70.4 mm (2.77 in) | 79 mm (3.11 in)+8.6 mm |
| Head / width | 28.5 mm (1.12 in) | 19.3 mm (0.76 in)−9.2 mm |
| Body | — | 18.4 mm (0.72 in) |
| Thickness | 13.7 mm (0.54 in) | — |
| Weight | 61 g with battery | 45 g with battery−16 g |
| Battery | Built-in | Built-in |
| Max output | 760 lm | 600 lm |
| Throw | 86 m | 91 m |
| Type | EDC limited edition | EDC |
| Price | $89.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $39.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced Listed 28.5 mm wide x 13.7 mm thick; Limited edition | fenixlighting.com sourced |
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APEX 20 vs E09R: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix APEX 20 is the shorter light: 70.4 mm (2.77 in) against 79 mm (3.11 in), a difference of 8.6 mm (11%). At its widest point the Fenix E09R is 9.2 mm slimmer (19.3 vs 28.5 mm). The Fenix E09R is 16 g lighter (45 g vs 61 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix APEX 20 is rated brighter: 760 lm maximum vs 600 lm for the Fenix E09R, 27% more. For beam distance the Fenix E09R reaches further: 91 m vs 86 m rated throw (6% more).
Battery
Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix APEX 20 was $89.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix E09R $39.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix E09R cost $50.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix APEX 20 if you want a shorter light (8.6 mm shorter) and more output (760 lm vs 600 lm). Choose the Fenix E09R if you want a slimmer profile (9.2 mm narrower) and less weight (16 g lighter). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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APEX 20 vs E09R FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix APEX 20 or the Fenix E09R?
The Fenix APEX 20 is the shorter light: 70.4 mm (2.77 in) against 79 mm (3.11 in), a difference of 8.6 mm (11%). At its widest point the Fenix E09R is 9.2 mm slimmer (19.3 vs 28.5 mm). The Fenix E09R is 16 g lighter (45 g vs 61 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Fenix APEX 20 or the Fenix E09R?
The Fenix APEX 20 is rated brighter: 760 lm maximum vs 600 lm for the Fenix E09R, 27% more. For beam distance the Fenix E09R reaches further: 91 m vs 86 m rated throw (6% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix APEX 20 or the Fenix E09R?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix APEX 20 was $89.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix E09R $39.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix E09R cost $50.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix APEX 20 and Fenix E09R use the same battery?
Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.
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Sources
- Fenix APEX 20: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $89.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix E09R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $39.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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