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Acebeam D30 vs Fenix LR36R
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix LR36R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam D30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LR36R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam D30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LR36R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LR36R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam D30 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam D30 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LR36R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam D30 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LR36R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1940% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$189.9Cheapest
US$360Most expensive
Weight
517 g (18.24 oz)Heaviest
493 g (17.39 oz)Lightest
Length
267.9 mm (10.55 in)Longest
161 mm (6.34 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
5600 lmLowest output
10000 lmHighest output
Max candela
528529 cdHighest candela
396600 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1454 m (4770 ft)Highest
1260 m (4134 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
300 minShortest runtime
6120 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2 x 21700 rechargeable USB-C batteries
2x 21700 Li-ion (Fenix ARB-L21-5000 V2.0)
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C charging port, supports onboard charging and can function as power bank
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
Unknown
IP68 (up to 2 meters for 30 minutes)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
AL6061-T6 aerospace-grade aluminum alloy with hard anodization
Aerospace hardened aluminum with Type III hard anodized finish, hardened ultra clear glass lens with anti-reflective coating, stainless steel bezel
Use case profile
Best for
Professional deep-sea divingUnderwater marine explorationNavigating murky waters
Search and rescueOutdoor activitiesProfessional use with long-range illumination needsCampingSurveillance and object protection
Common praise
High brightness with focused beam for underwater useLong maximum runtime with battery swap capabilityDurable, corrosion-resistant design suitable for saltwaterIntuitive side switch allows easy one-handed operationWaterproof with triple o-rings and 1.5m impact resistance
Extremely high output for both throw and flood illuminationHybrid LEP + LED system provides versatile lightingOLED display gives real-time battery and brightness infoDurable aerospace-grade aluminum construction with excellent waterproofingIncluded accessories such as holster, lanyard, and USB-C charging cableSmooth and stepless brightness adjustment via rotary switch
Common complaints
Mostly specialized for diving; less suited as general EDC flashlight
Relatively heavy and bulky, limiting everyday carry convenienceLaser classification 3B requires careful handling and specialized purchase requirementsUser interface can be confusing with mode switching and locking mechanismsBattery runtime estimates on OLED can be inconsistent
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