Fenix PD25 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E18R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 118% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E18R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 330% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Lightest
Fenix PD25 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Fenix E18R V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Fenix PD25 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Fenix E18R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 118% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Fenix PD25 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Fenix E18R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 330% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
Fenix E18R V2.0 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Fenix PD25 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 39% 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.
One 16340 rechargeable Li-ion or 3V CR123A Lithium battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB rechargeable (ARB-L16-700U included)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (waterproof to 2 meters)
Impact resistance
Unknown
1 m (3 ft)
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Aircraft-grade aluminum with Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasion finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday carry (EDC)▣Hiking▣Camping▣Emergency use
▣EDC▣Outdoor use▣Tactical applications
Common praise
✓Compact and lightweight design making it easy to carry✓High maximum output for its size (1200 lumens)✓USB Type-C fast charging convenience✓Solid build quality with durable aluminum and hard-anodized finish✓Useful lockout function to prevent accidental activation
✓Compact size yet powerful output✓Durable aircraft-grade aluminum construction✓Good battery options with included rechargeable 16340 cell✓Dual-switch design with momentary-on tail switch✓Waterproof to 2 meters IPX8 rating✓Long runtime on lowest setting
Common complaints
⚠Included lanyard feels cheap⚠Side switch may be prone to accidental activation without lockout
⚠Relatively large size for a 16340 battery light⚠Mode memory can be confusing if last mode was strobe