Comparison Console
Fenix HL32R-T vs Fenix PD40R V2.0
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 9% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix HL32R-T stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 275% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix HL32R-T stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL32R-T stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL32R-T stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 275% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL32R-T stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 70% 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$119.95Cheapest
US$165Most expensive
Weight
107 g (3.77 oz)Lightest
117 g (4.13 oz)Heaviest
Length
66 mm (2.60 in)Shortest
138 mm (5.43 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
800 lmLowest output
3000 lmHighest output
Max candela
365 cdLowest candela
40567 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
132 m (433 ft)Lowest
405 m (1329 ft)Highest
Max runtime
9000 minLongest runtime
5280 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x rechargeable ARB-LP1900 Li-ion battery or 3 x AAA batteries
1x 21700 rechargeable li-ion battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IP68
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Magnesium alloy
A6061-T6 aircraft grade aluminium
Use case profile
Best for
Trail runningJoggingOutdoor activities requiring hands-free lighting
Everyday carry (EDC)Professional useGeneral purpose useInspectionWalking a dogSituations requiring versatile brightness levels
Common praise
Excellent build qualityLightweight designVersatile lighting options
High maximum and sustained brightnessSmooth and easy rotary switch operationGood battery runtime with included 21700 batterySolid build quality with aircraft grade aluminiumIP68 dust and waterproof ratedComes with holster and spare o-rings
Common complaints
Slight bounce during running due to size
Packaging not very stylishNo included AC adapter for chargingRotary switch may require getting used to