Comparison Console
Acebeam Terminator M2 vs Fenix PD36R Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam Terminator M2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. Acebeam Terminator M2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam Terminator M2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Terminator M2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, 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 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Terminator M2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 11% 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$139.9Cheapest
US$140Most expensive
Weight
201.1 g (7.09 oz)Heaviest
169 g (5.96 oz)Lightest
Length
95.4 mm (3.76 in)Shortest
145.8 mm (5.74 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3200 lmHighest output
2800 lmLowest output
Max candela
62500 cdHighest candela
36600 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
500 m (1640 ft)Highest
381 m (1250 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
2280 minShortest runtime
2520 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 Li-ion battery with built-in USB-C charging
21700 rechargeable Li-ion
Charging type
Battery built-in USB-C port (battery included)
USB Type-C
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
High-strength aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
EDC useOutdoor activitiesTactical useEmergency lightingMulti-distance lighting
Tactical useLaw enforcementOutdoor adventureProfessional applications
Common praise
Versatile dual-beam design combining flood and spotlightReliable and solid build quality with good machining and finishConvenient USB-C rechargeable battery includedGood runtime and thermal managementIntuitive dual-switch interfaceRGB auxiliary lighting for signaling and night vision preservation
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
Tailcap must be removed to charge the battery, which some users find inconvenientHeavier and larger than ultra-compact flashlightsPocket clip can be stiff and not deep carrySome users dislike extensive laser etching
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