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Fenix BC30 V2.0 vs Fenix PD36R Pro

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

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Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.

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What stands out

Cheapest

Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Fenix BC30 V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 19% 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.

Fenix BC30 V2.0 — Beam distance: 187 m (614 ft)Fenix BC30 V2.0 — Weight: 154 g (5.43 oz)Fenix BC30 V2.0 — Length: 120 mm (4.72 in)Fenix BC30 V2.0 — Retail price: US$93.03Fenix BC30 V2.0 — Max lumens: 2200 lmFenix BC30 V2.0 — Max runtime: 3000 minFenix PD36R Pro — Beam distance: 381 m (1250 ft)Fenix PD36R Pro — Weight: 169 g (5.96 oz)Fenix PD36R Pro — Length: 145.8 mm (5.74 in)Fenix PD36R Pro — Retail price: US$140Fenix PD36R Pro — Max lumens: 2800 lmFenix PD36R Pro — Max runtime: 2520 minBeam distanceWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumensMax runtime
Price & carry
Retail price
US$93.03Cheapest
US$140Most expensive
Weight
154 g (5.43 oz)Lightest
169 g (5.96 oz)Heaviest
Length
120 mm (4.72 in)Shortest
145.8 mm (5.74 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2200 lmLowest output
2800 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
36600 cd
Beam distance
187 m (614 ft)Lowest
381 m (1250 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3000 minLongest runtime
2520 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion or 4 x CR123A batteries
21700 rechargeable Li-ion
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP67
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
All-metal housing, aluminum A6061-T6
High-strength aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
▣Mountain Cycling▣Bicycle Use▣Helmet Mounting
▣Tactical Use▣Law Enforcement▣Outdoor Adventure▣Professional Applications
Common praise
✓Bright Max Output At 2200 Lumens✓Wireless Remote Control Switch✓Solid All Metal Housing With Good Heat Dissipation✓Quick Release Bicycle Mount For Stable Fixation✓Replaceable Rechargeable Batteries✓Compatible With Helmet Mount✓Good Battery Life With Up To 50 Hours On ECO Mode
✓Very Bright 2800 Lumens Output✓Robust Build Quality With Ip68 Rating✓Convenient USB C Charging✓Tactical Dual Tail Switch Usability✓Long Battery Runtime Up To 42 Hours
Common complaints
⚠Battery And Charger Not Included With Original Retail Package⚠Price Considered Somewhat Expensive By Some Users⚠Requires Appropriate Rubber Padding To Mount Securely To Different Bike Handlebar Sizes⚠Not Intended As A General Purpose Flashlight; Optimized For Bike Use
⚠None Clearly Stated In Sources

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