Fenix E05R vs Fenix MINI-LITE size comparison
The Fenix MINI-LITE is 16 mm (0.63 in) shorter than the Fenix E05R, and 7.7 mm wider at its widest point. It is 6 g lighter (with battery).
The Fenix MINI-LITE is 16 mm (0.63 in) shorter than the Fenix E05R, and 7.7 mm wider at its widest point. It is 6 g lighter (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix E05R Check price ↗ | Fenix MINI-LITE Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 68 mm (2.68 in) | 52 mm (2.05 in)−16 mm |
| Head / width | 15.3 mm (0.60 in) | 23 mm (0.91 in)+7.7 mm |
| Body | 15 mm (0.59 in) | — |
| Thickness | — | 20 mm (0.79 in) |
| Weight | 24 g with battery | 18 g with battery−6 g |
| Battery | Built-in | Built-in |
| Max output | 400 lm | 150 lm |
| Throw | 64 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 | fenixlighting.com sourced Listed 23.0 mm wide x 20.0 mm thick |
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E05R vs MINI-LITE: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix MINI-LITE is the shorter light: 52 mm (2.05 in) against 68 mm (2.68 in), a difference of 16 mm (24%). At its widest point the Fenix E05R is 7.7 mm slimmer (15.3 vs 23 mm). The Fenix MINI-LITE is 6 g lighter (18 g vs 24 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix E05R is rated brighter: 400 lm maximum vs 150 lm for the Fenix MINI-LITE, 167% more. For beam distance the Fenix E05R reaches further: 64 m vs 40 m rated throw (60% 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 E05R 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.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix E05R if you want a slimmer profile (7.7 mm narrower), more output (400 lm vs 150 lm) and longer throw (64 m vs 40 m). Choose the Fenix MINI-LITE if you want a shorter light (16 mm shorter) and less weight (6 g lighter). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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E05R vs MINI-LITE FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix E05R or the Fenix MINI-LITE?
The Fenix MINI-LITE is the shorter light: 52 mm (2.05 in) against 68 mm (2.68 in), a difference of 16 mm (24%). At its widest point the Fenix E05R is 7.7 mm slimmer (15.3 vs 23 mm). The Fenix MINI-LITE is 6 g lighter (18 g vs 24 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Fenix E05R or the Fenix MINI-LITE?
The Fenix E05R is rated brighter: 400 lm maximum vs 150 lm for the Fenix MINI-LITE, 167% more. For beam distance the Fenix E05R reaches further: 64 m vs 40 m rated throw (60% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix E05R or the Fenix MINI-LITE?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix E05R 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 E05R 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 E05R: 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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