Fenix TK15R vs Fenix TK21R size comparison

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The Fenix TK21R is 10.5 mm (0.41 in) longer than the Fenix TK15R, and 2 mm wider at its widest point. It is 16 g heavier (with battery).

Fenix TK15R · 149 mmFenix TK21R · 159.5 mm

The Fenix TK21R is 10.5 mm (0.41 in) longer than the Fenix TK15R, and 2 mm wider at its widest point. It is 16 g heavier (with battery).

Dimensions

Fenix TK15R
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Fenix TK21R
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Length149 mm (5.87 in)159.5 mm (6.28 in)+10.5 mm
Head / width34 mm (1.34 in)36 mm (1.42 in)+2 mm
Body25.4 mm (1.00 in)25.4 mm (1.00 in)same
Weight205.5 g with battery221.4 g with battery+16 g
Battery21700One included 6000mAh rechargeable li-ion
Max output3,200 lm3,600 lm
Throw490 m480 m
TypeTacticalTactical
Price$119.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026$134.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026
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TK15R vs TK21R: how they differ

Size and weight

The Fenix TK15R is the shorter light: 149 mm (5.87 in) against 159.5 mm (6.28 in), a difference of 10.5 mm (7%). At its widest point the Fenix TK15R is 2 mm slimmer (34 vs 36 mm). The Fenix TK15R is 16 g lighter (205.5 g vs 221.4 g, with battery).

Brightness and throw

The Fenix TK21R is rated brighter: 3,600 lm maximum vs 3,200 lm for the Fenix TK15R, 13% more. For beam distance the Fenix TK15R reaches further: 490 m vs 480 m rated throw (2% more).

Battery

The Fenix TK15R runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Fenix TK21R runs on its own battery (One included 6000mAh rechargeable li-ion).

Price

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix TK15R was $119.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix TK21R $134.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix TK15R cost $15.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Type

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

Which should you buy?

Choose the Fenix TK15R if you want a shorter light (10.5 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (2 mm narrower) and less weight (16 g lighter). Choose the Fenix TK21R if you want more output (3,600 lm vs 3,200 lm). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.

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TK15R vs TK21R FAQ

Which is smaller, the Fenix TK15R or the Fenix TK21R?

The Fenix TK15R is the shorter light: 149 mm (5.87 in) against 159.5 mm (6.28 in), a difference of 10.5 mm (7%). At its widest point the Fenix TK15R is 2 mm slimmer (34 vs 36 mm). The Fenix TK15R is 16 g lighter (205.5 g vs 221.4 g, with battery).

Which is brighter, the Fenix TK15R or the Fenix TK21R?

The Fenix TK21R is rated brighter: 3,600 lm maximum vs 3,200 lm for the Fenix TK15R, 13% more. For beam distance the Fenix TK15R reaches further: 490 m vs 480 m rated throw (2% more).

Which is cheaper, the Fenix TK15R or the Fenix TK21R?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix TK15R was $119.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix TK21R $134.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix TK15R cost $15.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Fenix TK15R and Fenix TK21R use the same battery?

The Fenix TK15R runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Fenix TK21R runs on its own battery (One included 6000mAh rechargeable li-ion).

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