Comparison Console
Acebeam L30 Gen II vs Fenix PD36R
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix PD36R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD36R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 135% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix PD36R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 135% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 224% 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$126.4Most expensive
US$121.35Cheapest
Weight
168 g (5.93 oz)Heaviest
167 g (5.89 oz)Lightest
Length
162 mm (6.38 in)Longest
140.7 mm (5.54 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
1700 lmLowest output
Max candela
34800 cdLowest candela
132000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
373 m (1224 ft)Lowest
396 m (1299 ft)Highest
Max runtime
93600 minLongest runtime
28920 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 / 1x 18650 / 2x CR123
1 rechargeable 21700 lithium-ion battery
Charging type
Micro USB
USB Type-C 18W fast charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8 (5 meters submersible)
IP68
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III Hard Anodized finish
6061-T6 Aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useWeapon mountingLaw enforcementSelf-defenceHuntingSearch & RescueOutdoor activities
EDC and outdoor lightingExtended outdoor adventuresUsers needing a bright, durable, rechargeable flashlight
Common praise
Very bright output with good throw distanceRobust build quality and durable materialsConvenient dual-switch interfaceReliable and long runtime with 21700 batteryGood color rendition with 5000K LED
Impressive brightness and beam distanceExcellent battery runtime and fast USB-C chargingRugged build quality with IP68 waterproof ratingVersatile 2-way body clip for hands-free carry
Common complaints
Can get hot at higher output levelsHeavier weight without battery
Higher cost compared to simpler flashlightsFlat side switch can be hard to locate by feel