Comparison Console
Fenix CL27R vs Fenix PD35R ACE
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 153% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL27R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 107% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL27R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL27R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 153% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL27R stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 28% 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
Unknown
US$125
Weight
300 g (10.58 oz)Heaviest
145.11 g (5.12 oz)Lightest
Length
110 mm (4.33 in)Shortest
140.46 mm (5.53 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmLowest output
2000 lmHighest output
Max candela
8223 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
180 m (591 ft)Lowest
380 m (1247 ft)Highest
Max runtime
17100 minShortest runtime
43200 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion (Fenix ARB-L21-5000 V2.0)
1x 4000mAh 18650 rechargeable Li-ion or 2x CR123A lithium batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aluminum alloy front case and polycarbonate body
A6061-T6 aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
CampingOutdoor WorkPower OutagesEmergency LightingIndustrial Maintenance
Law EnforcementOutdoor MissionsEveryday CarryTactical Use
Common praise
Powerful Brightness With Up To 1600 LumensAdjustable Brightness And Color TemperatureDurable Construction With Ip66 Rating And 1m Impact ResistanceSmooth And Intuitive Rotary Switch ControlsMultiple Lighting Modes Including Red Light For Night VisionUSB C Rechargeable With Included BatteryMagnetic Base And Tripod Mount For Versatile Placement
Very Bright Output With 2000 LumensLong 380 Meter Beam DistanceMultiple Lighting Modes Including Strobe And SOSUSB Type C Rechargeable With Protected PortDurable Ip68 Waterproof And Dustproof DesignImpact Resistant To 1.5 MetersComfortable Anti Slip Body DesignDigital Regulation Maintains Stable Output
Common complaints
Magnetic Base Is Not Very Strong And May Struggle To Hold SecurelyHandle Looseness Requiring Adjustment To Maintain Position
Some Users May Find Size Slightly Large For Keychain CarryHidden Set Switch May Require Learning Curve
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