Comparison Console
Fenix E12 vs Fenix PD25
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix E12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E12 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD25 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 244% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix E12 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 200% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 244% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 32% 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$25.04Cheapest
US$75Most expensive
Weight
27.3 g (0.96 oz)Lightest
47 g (1.66 oz)Heaviest
Length
76.6 mm (3.02 in)Shortest
93 mm (3.66 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
160 lmLowest output
550 lmHighest output
Max candela
1936 cdLowest candela
4225 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
68 m (223 ft)Lowest
130 m (427 ft)Highest
Max runtime
4200 minLongest runtime
3180 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Single AA (NiMH or alkaline)
One 16340 rechargeable Li-ion or 3V CR123A Lithium battery
Charging type
Unknown
USB rechargeable (ARB-L16-700U included)
Rechargeable
Unknown
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (waterproof to 2 meters)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
A6061-T6 aluminium with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aircraft-grade aluminum with Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasion finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCampingGeneral hiking useBeginners and kidsProfessional spare EDC
EDCOutdoor useTactical applications
Common praise
Compact and lightweightDurable aircraft-grade aluminum buildSimple and easy to use single tail switchGood beam quality with soft, balanced floodLong runtime on low modeIP68 rated water and dust resistance
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
No strobe or SOS modesNo memory functionNo included pocket clipBeam distance shorter than some competitors
Relatively large size for a 16340 battery lightMode memory can be confusing if last mode was strobe