Comparison Console
Acebeam L35 vs Fenix PD36R Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam L35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L35 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 L35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L35 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 586% 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$126.9Cheapest
US$140Most expensive
Weight
161 g (5.68 oz)Lightest
169 g (5.96 oz)Heaviest
Length
152 mm (5.98 in)Longest
145.8 mm (5.74 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
5000 lmHighest output
2800 lmLowest output
Max candela
57600 cdHighest candela
36600 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
480 m (1575 ft)Highest
381 m (1250 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
17280 minLongest runtime
2520 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1× 21700 lithium-ion
21700 rechargeable Li-ion
Charging type
USB-C (via included battery)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (5 meters submersible)
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
HAIII Aluminum
High-strength aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useHuntingDutyLaw enforcementOutdoor activities
Tactical useLaw enforcementOutdoor adventureProfessional applications
Common praise
High maximum output of 5000 lumensLong beam throw of 480 metersDurable build quality with IP68 ratingConvenient USB-C charging through the batteryDual switch interface for tactical and everyday useIncludes useful accessories such as nylon holster, lanyard, spare O-rings, and pocket clip
Very bright 2800 lumens outputRobust build quality with IP68 ratingConvenient USB-C chargingTactical dual tail switch usabilityLong battery runtime up to 42 hours
Common complaints
Actual measured output slightly lower than claimed 5000 lumensTail switch protrusion prevents tailstandingCharging current limited to ~1A causing longer battery charge times
None clearly stated in sources