Comparison Console
Fenix HL32R-T vs Fenix PD25R
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix HL32R-T stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD25R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD25R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix PD25R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL32R-T stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL32R-T stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL32R-T stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL32R-T stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 4186% 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$119.95Most expensive
US$79.95Cheapest
Weight
107 g (3.77 oz)Lightest
110 g (3.88 oz)Heaviest
Length
66 mm (2.60 in)Shortest
134 mm (5.28 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
800 lmLowest output
1000 lmHighest output
Max candela
365 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
132 m (433 ft)Lowest
180 m (591 ft)Highest
Max runtime
9000 minLongest runtime
210 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x rechargeable ARB-LP1900 Li-ion battery or 3 x AAA batteries
1 x 18650 rechargeable or 2 x CR123A
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IP68
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
Material
Magnesium alloy
Aircraft grade aluminium alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Trail runningJoggingOutdoor activities requiring hands-free lighting
Everyday CarryOutdoorTacticalHiking
Common praise
Excellent build qualityLightweight designVersatile lighting options
Compact and portable sizeHigh output and beam distance for its sizeReliable and well-built with IP68 waterproof ratingUSB-C charging convenienceGood mode variety and memory function
Common complaints
Slight bounce during running due to size
Smaller size can be difficult for large handsNo detailed max candela specification availableRuntime data varies with battery choice and isn’t always clearly specified