Fenix Lights with SOS Mode
SOS mode flashes the international distress pattern for you, three short, three long, three short, so you can set the light down, stay warm and let it do the calling. It belongs on any light that lives in a go-bag, a snowmobile kit or a car for winter highways. This list includes handheld flashlights and headlamps; for a fast attention-getter rather than a distress code, see lights with strobe.
Why SOS runs below full power
On most lights here, SOS runs at a moderate output instead of turbo, which is a smart trade when you may be waiting a long time. The PD40R V3.0 flashes SOS at 350 lumens against a 3,000-lumen maximum, and the LD22 V2.0 signals at 100 lumens against 800. Lower output means the signal keeps going far longer on one charge, and in real darkness even a modest flash stands out across a lake or a clearing. Our emergency go-bag guide covers what else belongs in the kit.
Headlamps that can signal too
A headlamp keeps your hands free for the work that comes before rescue: setting up shelter, tending a fire, checking a map. The HP25R V2.0 is a work headlamp with spot, flood, red light and SOS, and a 60-degree tilt to put light exactly where you need it. The HM65R-T V2.0 is a lightweight trail running headlamp that adds SOS plus an emergency whistle fixed to the headband, a sensible pairing for solo runners and hikers. More options are in our headlamp range.
Fenix LR60R
Ultra Bright Handheld Searching Flashlight
A 21,000-lumen rechargeable searchlight with a rotary switch, OLED display, and a 1,085-meter beam.
Fenix LR50R V2.0
Multi-Light-Source Search & Rescue Flashlight
18,000-lumen search-and-rescue flashlight with white, red, and UV light sources, a 32,000mAh battery stick, and 195-hour maximum runtime.
Fenix LR40R V2.0
High-Performance Ultra-Compact Super Bright Rechargeable Flashlight
A compact 15,000-lumen searchlight with a dual-beam spot+flood head and a 900-meter reach.
Fenix LR36R
White Laser Powerful Mid-Size Searching Flashlight
A mid-size searchlight pairing a white laser beam with a floodlight for 10,000 lumens and 1,260 meters of reach.
Fenix LR35R PRO
Super Bright Palm-Sized Searching Flashlight
A palm-sized 10,000-lumen rechargeable flashlight with a dual-head spot+flood design and a 500-meter beam.
Fenix C7 Pro
High-Performance, Versatile Flashlight
A 4,600-lumen quad-LED floodlight with an 87-degree beam, magnetic tailcap, and 20W USB-C fast charging.
Fenix HT18R V2.0
Multi-Mode Outdoor Long-Range Hunting Flashlight
A long-throw 3,700-lumen rechargeable flashlight with an impressive 1,100-meter beam.
Fenix WF26R
High-Performance Rechargeable Flashlight with Charging Dock
A 3,000-lumen rechargeable flashlight with a 450-meter beam and magnetic charging cradle.
Fenix PD40R V3.0
Super Bright Mechanical Rotary Switching Flashlight
A 3,000-lumen rechargeable flashlight with a 500-meter beam and a tactile mechanical rotary switch.
Fenix PD36R ACE
Multi-Mode Tactical Flashlight
A compact 3,000-lumen rechargeable flashlight with a 415-meter beam and 63-hour Eco runtime.
Fenix PD36R ACE + E12 V3.0
Multi-Mode Tactical Flashlight + E12 V3.0 EDC Flashlight
A compact 3,000-lumen rechargeable flashlight with a free 200-lumen E12 V3.0 EDC light — limited-time combo.
Fenix LD45R
Digital Focusing Outdoor Flashlight
A 2,800-lumen rechargeable flashlight with a 480-meter beam, OLED display, and digital focusing.
Fenix PD35R ACE
Multi-Mode Tactical Flashlight
A compact 2,000-lumen rechargeable flashlight with a 380-meter beam and seven programmable modes.
Fenix HP25R V2.0
Rechargeable Work Headlamp With Ultra-Long Runtime
A 1,600-lumen rechargeable work headlamp with dual beams and 400-hour runtime.
Fenix HM65R-T V2.0
Lightweight Magnesium Trail Running Headlamp
A 1,600-lumen lightweight magnesium trail running headlamp with dual LEDs and 300-hour runtime.
Fenix PD26R ACE
Multi-mode Portable Flashlight
A compact 1,300-lumen rechargeable flashlight with a 354-meter beam and seven brightness modes.
Fenix HP12R-T
Separation Style Trail Running Headlamp
A 1,300-lumen separation-style trail running headlamp with belt-worn battery pack.
Fenix LD22 V2.0
Multipurpose Outdoor Flashlight
A compact 800-lumen flashlight with a 214-meter beam and a dual-fuel battery compartment.
Fenix HL32R-T
High-Performance Trail Running Headlamp
An 800-lumen trail running headlamp with dual independent spot and flood beams in a magnesium body.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the SOS pattern look like?
- It is the Morse code distress signal: three short flashes, three long flashes, three short flashes, then a pause before it repeats. The light runs the sequence automatically, so you do not need to know Morse code. Rescuers, pilots and boaters recognize it as a call for help rather than someone simply using a light.
- Do I need SOS if my light already has strobe?
- They do different jobs. Strobe is a rapid flash that grabs attention right now. SOS is a recognized distress code, usually at a lower output, that can run for a long time while you wait. For a vehicle or backcountry kit, SOS is the more useful of the two; for everyday carry, many people prefer quick strobe.
- Which light on this page is easiest to keep in a vehicle?
- The LD22 V2.0 is a good fit: it runs on its included rechargeable cell or two AA batteries, so a flat cell after a cold week is not the end of the story. It has SOS at 100 lumens plus a strobe, and at 800 lumens maximum it is bright enough for changing a tire on a dark shoulder.
