Fenix E35R vs Olight S2R Baton III
Quick take: The Fenix E35R costs $1 less; the Fenix E35R is brighter (3,100 vs 1,200 lm); the Fenix E35R throws farther (253m vs 188m); the Olight S2R Baton III runs longer on high (2.5 vs 2 hrs).
| Spec | Fenix E35R | Olight S2R Baton III |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $75 | $76 |
| Rating | — | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Lumens | 3,100 lm | 1,200 lm |
| Candela | 16,000 cd | 8,800 cd |
| Beam distance | 253m | 188m |
| Runtime | 2 hrs (high) | 2.5 hrs (high) |
| Battery | 21700 | 18650 |
| LED | Luminus SFT-70 | CREE XHP50.3 HI |
| Beam type | Balanced | Balanced |
| Modes | 5 Stepped | 5 Stepped |
| UI | Simple | Simple |
| IP rating | IP68 | IPX8 |
| CRI | 70 | 70 |
| Weight | 3.5 oz | 2.5 oz |
| Dimensions | 4.8 x 1.1 in | 4.1 x 0.9 in |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime |
What owners report
Fenix E35R
- ✓3,100 lumens and 246 m of throw from a genuinely pocketable body
- ✓TIR lens gives a precise, uniform beam
- ✓Top-notch fit and finish with even weight distribution
- ✓Built-in USB-C charging on the current version
- ✓Strobe available for self-defence use
- ✗No shortcuts to eco or turbo — you have to cycle through modes
- ✗The magnet is strong enough to collect keys and other metal
- ✗Slippery in the hand without the pocket clip
- ✗No holster included
- ✗Not a tactical light despite the output
Olight S2R Baton III
- ✓A great deal of output in a genuinely compact body
- ✓Magnetic charging system reviewers rate as the best on any flashlight
- ✓Well-damped side switch with good tactile feedback
- ✓Low-battery indicator built into the switch
- ✓Type III hard-anodised finish that resists wear
- ✗Accidental activation in a pocket is a recurring complaint across the line
- ✗Onboard charging only works with Olight's own cells
- ✗One long-term owner found it unreliable at switching on and cycling modes
- ✗Fixed beam with no way to adjust focus
- ✗Proprietary charging means carrying Olight's cable