Fenix E28R V2.0 vs ThruNite TC15 V3 size comparison

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The ThruNite TC15 V3 is 1 mm (0.04 in) longer than the Fenix E28R V2.0, and 0.5 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.

Fenix E28R V2.0 · 121 mmThruNite TC15 V3 · 122 mm

The ThruNite TC15 V3 is 1 mm (0.04 in) longer than the Fenix E28R V2.0, and 0.5 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.

Dimensions

Fenix E28R V2.0
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ThruNite TC15 V3
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Length121 mm (4.76 in)122 mm (4.80 in)+1 mm
Head / width26.5 mm (1.04 in)27 mm (1.06 in)+0.5 mm
Body22.5 mm (0.89 in)23 mm (0.91 in)+0.5 mm
Weight128 g with battery74 g listed
Battery18650 / 2x CR123A18650
Max output1,700 lm2,403 lm
Throw273 m223 m
TypeEDCEDC
Price$64.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026$59.99 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026
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Retailer lists W 27 x H 23 mm

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E28R V2.0 vs TC15 V3: how they differ

Size and weight

The Fenix E28R V2.0 is the shorter light: 121 mm (4.76 in) against 122 mm (4.80 in), a difference of 1 mm (1%). At its widest point the Fenix E28R V2.0 is 0.5 mm slimmer (26.5 vs 27 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix E28R V2.0: 128 g with battery; ThruNite TC15 V3: 74 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Brightness and throw

The ThruNite TC15 V3 is rated brighter: 2,403 lm maximum vs 1,700 lm for the Fenix E28R V2.0, 41% more. For beam distance the Fenix E28R V2.0 reaches further: 273 m vs 223 m rated throw (22% more).

Battery

The Fenix E28R V2.0 runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries; the ThruNite TC15 V3 runs on a removable 18650 battery.

Price

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix E28R V2.0 was $64.95 at fenixlighting.com and the ThruNite TC15 V3 $59.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite TC15 V3 cost $4.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Type

Both are EDC lights in our catalog with a tube body.

Which should you buy?

Choose the Fenix E28R V2.0 if you want longer throw (273 m vs 223 m). Choose the ThruNite TC15 V3 if you want more output (2,403 lm vs 1,700 lm). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.

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E28R V2.0 vs TC15 V3 FAQ

Which is smaller, the Fenix E28R V2.0 or the ThruNite TC15 V3?

The Fenix E28R V2.0 is the shorter light: 121 mm (4.76 in) against 122 mm (4.80 in), a difference of 1 mm (1%). At its widest point the Fenix E28R V2.0 is 0.5 mm slimmer (26.5 vs 27 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix E28R V2.0: 128 g with battery; ThruNite TC15 V3: 74 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Which is brighter, the Fenix E28R V2.0 or the ThruNite TC15 V3?

The ThruNite TC15 V3 is rated brighter: 2,403 lm maximum vs 1,700 lm for the Fenix E28R V2.0, 41% more. For beam distance the Fenix E28R V2.0 reaches further: 273 m vs 223 m rated throw (22% more).

Which is cheaper, the Fenix E28R V2.0 or the ThruNite TC15 V3?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix E28R V2.0 was $64.95 at fenixlighting.com and the ThruNite TC15 V3 $59.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite TC15 V3 cost $4.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Fenix E28R V2.0 and ThruNite TC15 V3 use the same battery?

The Fenix E28R V2.0 runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries; the ThruNite TC15 V3 runs on a removable 18650 battery.

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