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Acebeam Terminator M2 vs Fenix PD36R

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

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Fenix PD36R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD36R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam Terminator M2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 88% 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 13% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam Terminator M2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Fenix PD36R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Acebeam Terminator M2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix PD36R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam Terminator M2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Acebeam Terminator M2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Fenix PD36R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1168% 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 Terminator M2 — Beam distance: 500 m (1640 ft)Acebeam Terminator M2 — Max candela: 62500 cdAcebeam Terminator M2 — Weight: 201.1 g (7.09 oz)Acebeam Terminator M2 — Length: 95.4 mm (3.76 in)Acebeam Terminator M2 — Retail price: US$139.9Acebeam Terminator M2 — Max lumens: 3200 lmFenix 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 — Max lumens: 1700 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$139.9Most expensive
US$121.35Cheapest
Weight
201.1 g (7.09 oz)Heaviest
167 g (5.89 oz)Lightest
Length
95.4 mm (3.76 in)Shortest
140.7 mm (5.54 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3200 lmHighest output
1700 lmLowest output
Max candela
62500 cdLowest candela
132000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
500 m (1640 ft)Highest
396 m (1299 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
2280 minShortest runtime
28920 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 Li-ion battery with built-in USB-C charging
1 rechargeable 21700 lithium-ion battery
Charging type
Battery built-in USB-C port (battery included)
USB Type-C 18W fast charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
High-quality aluminum alloy AL6061-T6 with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive and corrosion-resistant finish
6061-T6 Aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣EDC Use▣Outdoor Activities▣Tactical Use▣Emergency Lighting▣Multi Distance Lighting
▣EDC And Outdoor Lighting▣Extended Outdoor Adventures▣Users Needing A Bright, Durable, Rechargeable Flashlight
Common praise
✓Versatile Dual Beam Design Combining Flood And Spotlight✓Reliable And Solid Build Quality With Good Machining And Finish✓Convenient USB C Rechargeable Battery Included✓Good Runtime And Thermal Management✓Intuitive Dual Switch Interface✓Rgb Auxiliary Lighting For Signaling And Night Vision Preservation
✓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
⚠Tailcap Must Be Removed To Charge The Battery, Which Some Users Find Inconvenient⚠Heavier And Larger Than Ultra Compact Flashlights⚠Pocket Clip Can Be Stiff And Not Deep Carry⚠Some Users Dislike Extensive Laser Etching
⚠Higher Cost Compared To Simpler Flashlights⚠Flat Side Switch Can Be Hard To Locate By Feel

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