Fenix WF26R vs Fenix WF30RE size comparison
The Fenix WF30RE is 5.5 mm (0.22 in) shorter than the Fenix WF26R, and 6.4 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 7 g lighter (with battery).
The Fenix WF30RE is 5.5 mm (0.22 in) shorter than the Fenix WF26R, and 6.4 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 7 g lighter (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix WF26R Check price ↗ | Fenix WF30RE Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 156 mm (6.14 in) | 150.5 mm (5.93 in)−5.5 mm |
| Head / width | 40.4 mm (1.59 in) | 34 mm (1.34 in)−6.4 mm |
| Body | 26.6 mm (1.05 in) | 28 mm (1.10 in)+1.4 mm |
| Weight | 222 g with battery | 215 g with battery−7 g |
| Battery | 21700 | Built-in |
| Max output | 3,000 lm | 280 lm |
| Throw | 450 m | 170 m |
| Type | Work light | Work light |
| Price | $129.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $84.96 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | fenixlighting.com sourced |
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WF26R vs WF30RE: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix WF30RE is the shorter light: 150.5 mm (5.93 in) against 156 mm (6.14 in), a difference of 5.5 mm (4%). At its widest point the Fenix WF30RE is 6.4 mm slimmer (34 vs 40.4 mm). The Fenix WF30RE is 7 g lighter (215 g vs 222 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix WF26R is rated brighter: 3,000 lm maximum vs 280 lm for the Fenix WF30RE, 971% more. For beam distance the Fenix WF26R reaches further: 450 m vs 170 m rated throw (165% more).
Battery
The Fenix WF26R runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Fenix WF30RE runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix WF26R lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix WF26R was $129.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix WF30RE $84.96 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix WF30RE cost $44.99 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are work lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix WF26R if you want more output (3,000 lm vs 280 lm), longer throw (450 m vs 170 m) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Fenix WF30RE if you want a shorter light (5.5 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (6.4 mm narrower) and 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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WF26R vs WF30RE FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix WF26R or the Fenix WF30RE?
The Fenix WF30RE is the shorter light: 150.5 mm (5.93 in) against 156 mm (6.14 in), a difference of 5.5 mm (4%). At its widest point the Fenix WF30RE is 6.4 mm slimmer (34 vs 40.4 mm). The Fenix WF30RE is 7 g lighter (215 g vs 222 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Fenix WF26R or the Fenix WF30RE?
The Fenix WF26R is rated brighter: 3,000 lm maximum vs 280 lm for the Fenix WF30RE, 971% more. For beam distance the Fenix WF26R reaches further: 450 m vs 170 m rated throw (165% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix WF26R or the Fenix WF30RE?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix WF26R was $129.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix WF30RE $84.96 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix WF30RE cost $44.99 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix WF26R and Fenix WF30RE use the same battery?
The Fenix WF26R runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Fenix WF30RE runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix WF26R lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Fenix WF26R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $129.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix WF30RE: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $84.96 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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