Fenix TK28R vs Sofirn SP36 Pro size comparison

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The Sofirn SP36 Pro is 21.1 mm (0.83 in) shorter than the Fenix TK28R, and 1 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs with battery), so compare them with care.

Fenix TK28R · 147.8 mmSofirn SP36 Pro · 126.7 mm

The Sofirn SP36 Pro is 21.1 mm (0.83 in) shorter than the Fenix TK28R, and 1 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs with battery), so compare them with care.

Dimensions

Fenix TK28R
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Sofirn SP36 Pro
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Length147.8 mm (5.82 in)126.7 mm (4.99 in)−21.1 mm
Head / width51 mm (2.01 in)50 mm (1.97 in)−1 mm
Body32 mm (1.26 in)—
Weight358.3 g with battery300 g without battery
Battery186503x 18650
Max output6,500 lm8,000 lm
Throw400 m—
TypeThrower / searchThrower / search
Price$219.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026from $56.99 at flashlightgo.com, as of Nov 4, 2026
Sourcefenixlighting.com sourced
Dual-head design: listed 51 mm high x 32 mm wide
flashlightgo.com sourced
Only head diameter listed

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TK28R vs SP36 Pro: how they differ

Size and weight

The Sofirn SP36 Pro is the shorter light: 126.7 mm (4.99 in) against 147.8 mm (5.82 in), a difference of 21.1 mm (14%). At its widest point the Sofirn SP36 Pro is 1 mm slimmer (50 vs 51 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix TK28R: 358.3 g with battery; Sofirn SP36 Pro: 300 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.

Brightness and throw

The Sofirn SP36 Pro is rated brighter: 8,000 lm maximum vs 6,500 lm for the Fenix TK28R, 23% more.

Battery

The Fenix TK28R runs on a removable 18650 battery; the Sofirn SP36 Pro runs on removable 3x 18650 batteries.

Price

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix TK28R was $219.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Sofirn SP36 Pro from $56.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the Sofirn SP36 Pro cost $162.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Type

Both are throwers / search lights in our catalog with a tube body.

Which should you buy?

Choose the Sofirn SP36 Pro if you want a shorter light (21.1 mm shorter) and more output (8,000 lm vs 6,500 lm). On the specs we track, the Sofirn SP36 Pro is ahead or level everywhere; the Fenix TK28R 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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TK28R vs SP36 Pro FAQ

Which is smaller, the Fenix TK28R or the Sofirn SP36 Pro?

The Sofirn SP36 Pro is the shorter light: 126.7 mm (4.99 in) against 147.8 mm (5.82 in), a difference of 21.1 mm (14%). At its widest point the Sofirn SP36 Pro is 1 mm slimmer (50 vs 51 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix TK28R: 358.3 g with battery; Sofirn SP36 Pro: 300 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.

Which is brighter, the Fenix TK28R or the Sofirn SP36 Pro?

The Sofirn SP36 Pro is rated brighter: 8,000 lm maximum vs 6,500 lm for the Fenix TK28R, 23% more.

Which is cheaper, the Fenix TK28R or the Sofirn SP36 Pro?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix TK28R was $219.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Sofirn SP36 Pro from $56.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the Sofirn SP36 Pro cost $162.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Fenix TK28R and Sofirn SP36 Pro use the same battery?

The Fenix TK28R runs on a removable 18650 battery; the Sofirn SP36 Pro runs on removable 3x 18650 batteries.

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