Fenix E35R vs ThruNite TC15 V3 size comparison
The ThruNite TC15 V3 is 2 mm (0.08 in) longer than the Fenix E35R, and 0.5 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The ThruNite TC15 V3 is 2 mm (0.08 in) longer than the Fenix E35R, 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 E35R Check price ↗ | ThruNite TC15 V3 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 120 mm (4.72 in) | 122 mm (4.80 in)+2 mm |
| Head / width | 26.5 mm (1.04 in) | 27 mm (1.06 in)+0.5 mm |
| Body | 24.8 mm (0.98 in) | 23 mm (0.91 in)−1.8 mm |
| Weight | 148 g with battery | 74 g listed |
| Battery | 21700 | 18650 |
| Max output | 3,100 lm | 2,403 lm |
| Throw | 260 m | 223 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $79.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $59.99 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced Retailer lists W 27 x H 23 mm |
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E35R vs TC15 V3: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix E35R is the shorter light: 120 mm (4.72 in) against 122 mm (4.80 in), a difference of 2 mm (2%). At its widest point the Fenix E35R is 0.5 mm slimmer (26.5 vs 27 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix E35R: 148 g with battery; ThruNite TC15 V3: 74 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Fenix E35R is rated brighter: 3,100 lm maximum vs 2,403 lm for the ThruNite TC15 V3, 29% more. For beam distance the Fenix E35R reaches further: 260 m vs 223 m rated throw (17% more).
Battery
The Fenix E35R runs on a removable 21700 battery; the ThruNite TC15 V3 runs on a removable 18650 battery. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a 18650 about 18 × 65 mm (nominal).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix E35R was $79.95 at fenixlighting.com and the ThruNite TC15 V3 $59.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite TC15 V3 cost $19.96 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 E35R if you want more output (3,100 lm vs 2,403 lm) and longer throw (260 m vs 223 m). On the specs we track, the Fenix E35R is ahead or level everywhere; the ThruNite TC15 V3 makes sense mainly if its price, interface or a feature we don't track suits you better. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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E35R vs TC15 V3 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix E35R or the ThruNite TC15 V3?
The Fenix E35R is the shorter light: 120 mm (4.72 in) against 122 mm (4.80 in), a difference of 2 mm (2%). At its widest point the Fenix E35R is 0.5 mm slimmer (26.5 vs 27 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix E35R: 148 g with battery; ThruNite TC15 V3: 74 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix E35R or the ThruNite TC15 V3?
The Fenix E35R is rated brighter: 3,100 lm maximum vs 2,403 lm for the ThruNite TC15 V3, 29% more. For beam distance the Fenix E35R reaches further: 260 m vs 223 m rated throw (17% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix E35R or the ThruNite TC15 V3?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix E35R was $79.95 at fenixlighting.com and the ThruNite TC15 V3 $59.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite TC15 V3 cost $19.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix E35R and ThruNite TC15 V3 use the same battery?
The Fenix E35R runs on a removable 21700 battery; the ThruNite TC15 V3 runs on a removable 18650 battery. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a 18650 about 18 × 65 mm (nominal).
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Sources
- Fenix E35R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $79.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- ThruNite TC15 V3: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $59.99 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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