Fenix E04R vs Fenix MINI-LITE size comparison
The Fenix MINI-LITE is 6.5 mm (0.26 in) shorter than the Fenix E04R, and 7 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 23 g lighter (with battery).
The Fenix MINI-LITE is 6.5 mm (0.26 in) shorter than the Fenix E04R, and 7 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 23 g lighter (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix E04R Check price ↗ | Fenix MINI-LITE Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 58.5 mm (2.30 in) | 52 mm (2.05 in)−6.5 mm |
| Head / width | 30 mm (1.18 in) | 23 mm (0.91 in)−7 mm |
| Thickness | 29.8 mm (1.17 in) | 20 mm (0.79 in)−9.8 mm |
| Weight | 41 g with battery | 18 g with battery−23 g |
| Battery | Built-in | Built-in |
| Max output | 300 lm | 150 lm |
| Throw | 46 m | 40 m |
| Type | Keychain | Keychain |
| Price | $29.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $19.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced Listed 30.0 mm wide x 29.8 mm thick | fenixlighting.com sourced Listed 23.0 mm wide x 20.0 mm thick |
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E04R vs MINI-LITE: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix MINI-LITE is the shorter light: 52 mm (2.05 in) against 58.5 mm (2.30 in), a difference of 6.5 mm (11%). At its widest point the Fenix MINI-LITE is 7 mm slimmer (23 vs 30 mm). The Fenix MINI-LITE is 23 g lighter (18 g vs 41 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix E04R is rated brighter: 300 lm maximum vs 150 lm for the Fenix MINI-LITE, 100% more. For beam distance the Fenix E04R reaches further: 46 m vs 40 m rated throw (15% 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 E04R was $29.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix MINI-LITE $19.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix MINI-LITE cost $10.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are keychain lights in our catalog with a flat body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix E04R if you want more output (300 lm vs 150 lm) and longer throw (46 m vs 40 m). Choose the Fenix MINI-LITE if you want a shorter light (6.5 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (7 mm narrower) and less weight (23 g lighter). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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E04R vs MINI-LITE FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix E04R or the Fenix MINI-LITE?
The Fenix MINI-LITE is the shorter light: 52 mm (2.05 in) against 58.5 mm (2.30 in), a difference of 6.5 mm (11%). At its widest point the Fenix MINI-LITE is 7 mm slimmer (23 vs 30 mm). The Fenix MINI-LITE is 23 g lighter (18 g vs 41 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Fenix E04R or the Fenix MINI-LITE?
The Fenix E04R is rated brighter: 300 lm maximum vs 150 lm for the Fenix MINI-LITE, 100% more. For beam distance the Fenix E04R reaches further: 46 m vs 40 m rated throw (15% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix E04R or the Fenix MINI-LITE?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix E04R was $29.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix MINI-LITE $19.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix MINI-LITE cost $10.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix E04R and Fenix MINI-LITE use the same battery?
Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.
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Sources
- Fenix E04R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $29.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix MINI-LITE: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $19.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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