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Acebeam L30 Gen II vs Fenix PD36R V2.0
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix PD36R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD36R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 21% 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 V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L30 Gen II stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R V2.0 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 V2.0 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 V2.0 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$99.95Cheapest
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 cd
Unknown
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
21700 li-ion rechargeable
Charging type
Micro USB
USB-C (up to 18W fast charging)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8 (5 meters submersible)
IP68
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III Hard Anodized finish
A6061-T6 aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useWeapon mountingLaw enforcementSelf-defenceHuntingSearch & RescueOutdoor activities
EDCBackpack carryLong runtimeOutdoor use
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
High brightness outputLong runtimeFast chargingGood build quality and durabilityMultiple lighting modes including eco and strobeWaterproof and dustproof (IP68)
Common complaints
Can get hot at higher output levelsHeavier weight without battery
No significant complaints noted in sources
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