Fenix E18R V2.0 vs Nitecore TUP 2 size comparison
The Nitecore TUP 2 is 3 mm (0.12 in) longer than the Fenix E18R V2.0, and 8 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Fenix E18R V2.0: Photo: Fenix · Image policy
The Nitecore TUP 2 is 3 mm (0.12 in) longer than the Fenix E18R V2.0, and 8 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix E18R V2.0 Check price ↗ | Nitecore TUP 2 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 67 mm (2.64 in) | 70 mm (2.76 in)+3 mm |
| Head / width | 22 mm (0.87 in) | 30 mm (1.18 in)+8 mm |
| Body | 22 mm (0.87 in) | — |
| Thickness | — | 27 mm (1.06 in) |
| Weight | 56 g with battery | 58 g listed |
| Battery | 16340 | Built-in |
| Max output | 1,200 lm | 1,200 lm |
| Throw | 146 m | 125 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $59.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $59.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced Listed W 27 x H 30 mm |
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E18R V2.0 vs TUP 2: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix E18R V2.0 is the shorter light: 67 mm (2.64 in) against 70 mm (2.76 in), a difference of 3 mm (4%). At its widest point the Fenix E18R V2.0 is 8 mm slimmer (22 vs 30 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix E18R V2.0: 56 g with battery; Nitecore TUP 2: 58 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
Both are rated at 1,200 lm maximum output. For beam distance the Fenix E18R V2.0 reaches further: 146 m vs 125 m rated throw (17% more).
Battery
The Fenix E18R V2.0 runs on a removable 16340 battery; the Nitecore TUP 2 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix E18R V2.0 lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix E18R V2.0 was $59.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore TUP 2 $59.95 at batteryjunction.com. 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 E18R V2.0 if you want a shorter light (3 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (8 mm narrower), longer throw (146 m vs 125 m) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Nitecore TUP 2 if you want a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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E18R V2.0 vs TUP 2 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix E18R V2.0 or the Nitecore TUP 2?
The Fenix E18R V2.0 is the shorter light: 67 mm (2.64 in) against 70 mm (2.76 in), a difference of 3 mm (4%). At its widest point the Fenix E18R V2.0 is 8 mm slimmer (22 vs 30 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix E18R V2.0: 56 g with battery; Nitecore TUP 2: 58 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix E18R V2.0 or the Nitecore TUP 2?
Both are rated at 1,200 lm maximum output. For beam distance the Fenix E18R V2.0 reaches further: 146 m vs 125 m rated throw (17% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix E18R V2.0 or the Nitecore TUP 2?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix E18R V2.0 was $59.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore TUP 2 $59.95 at batteryjunction.com. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix E18R V2.0 and Nitecore TUP 2 use the same battery?
The Fenix E18R V2.0 runs on a removable 16340 battery; the Nitecore TUP 2 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix E18R V2.0 lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Fenix E18R V2.0: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Photo from manufacturer: the maker's own product photo with the background removed, scaled to the published length and diameter (Photo: Fenix; image policy). Price $59.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Nitecore TUP 2: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $59.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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