Comparison Console
Fenix E12 V2.0 vs Fenix PD25
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD25 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 323% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD25 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 66% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 323% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 3% 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$75
Weight
28.35 g (1.00 oz)Lightest
47 g (1.66 oz)Heaviest
Length
89.92 mm (3.54 in)Shortest
93 mm (3.66 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
130 lmLowest output
550 lmHighest output
Max candela
1936 cdLowest candela
4225 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
88.09 m (289 ft)Lowest
130 m (427 ft)Highest
Max runtime
2400 minShortest runtime
3180 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x AA (rechargeable or non-rechargeable)
One 16340 rechargeable Li-ion or 3V CR123A Lithium battery
Charging type
Unknown
USB rechargeable (ARB-L16-700U included)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8
IPX8 (waterproof to 2 meters)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aircraft-grade aluminum
Aircraft-grade aluminum with Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasion finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryBeginnersProfessional spare EDCHome protectionGeneral camping/hiking
EDCOutdoor useTactical applications
Common praise
Bright for its sizeCompact and lightweightDurable constructionEasy to use with single tail switchHas consistent regulated output
Compact size yet powerful outputDurable aircraft-grade aluminum constructionGood battery options with included rechargeable 16340 cellDual-switch design with momentary-on tail switchWaterproof to 2 meters IPX8 ratingLong runtime on lowest setting
Common complaints
Limited runtime on high modeLacks advanced modes like strobe or SOSNo pocket clip included
Relatively large size for a 16340 battery lightMode memory can be confusing if last mode was strobe