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Acebeam PT40 vs Fenix PD36R

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Acebeam PT40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD36R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam PT40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Fenix PD36R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam PT40 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Acebeam PT40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Fenix PD36R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix PD36R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam PT40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Acebeam PT40 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Fenix PD36R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 503% 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.

Acebeam PT40 — Beam distance: 121 m (397 ft)Acebeam PT40 — Max candela: 3680 cdAcebeam PT40 — Weight: 145 g (5.11 oz)Acebeam PT40 — Length: 126.8 mm (4.99 in)Acebeam PT40 — Retail price: US$175Acebeam PT40 — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)Fenix PD36R — Beam distance: 396 m (1299 ft)Fenix PD36R — Max candela: 132000 cdFenix PD36R — Weight: 167 g (5.89 oz)Fenix PD36R — Length: 140.7 mm (5.54 in)Fenix PD36R — Retail price: US$121.35Fenix PD36R — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$175Most expensive
US$121.35Cheapest
Weight
145 g (5.11 oz)Lightest
167 g (5.89 oz)Heaviest
Length
126.8 mm (4.99 in)Shortest
140.7 mm (5.54 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmHighest output
1700 lmLowest output
Max candela
3680 cdLowest candela
132000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
121 m (397 ft)Lowest
396 m (1299 ft)Highest
Max runtime
4800 minShortest runtime
28920 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 rechargeable Li-ion
1 rechargeable 21700 lithium-ion battery
Charging type
Micro USB (via included cable, optional battery with USB-C port)
USB Type-C 18W fast charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
A6061-T6 aluminium alloy with Type III hard-anodized finish
6061-T6 Aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣Industrial Work▣Vehicle Repair▣Camping▣Outdoor Sports▣Law Enforcement▣Everyday Carry
▣EDC And Outdoor Lighting▣Extended Outdoor Adventures▣Users Needing A Bright, Durable, Rechargeable Flashlight
Common praise
✓High Brightness And Good Beam Quality✓Versatile Mounting Options Including Magnetic Tail And Pocket Clip✓High Color Rendering Index Reducing Eye Strain✓Solid Build Quality With Aircraft Grade Aluminum Body
✓Impressive Brightness And Beam Distance✓Excellent Battery Runtime And Fast USB C Charging✓Rugged Build Quality With Ip68 Waterproof Rating✓Versatile 2 Way Body Clip For Hands Free Carry
Common complaints
⚠Magnet Not Very Strong On Curved Metal Surfaces⚠Headband Attachment Not Very Comfortable For Switching Between Handheld And Headlamp Use⚠Pocket Clip Is Not Very Stiff And Less Comfortable To Clip Onto Pockets
⚠Higher Cost Compared To Simpler Flashlights⚠Flat Side Switch Can Be Hard To Locate By Feel

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