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Fenix HL60R vs Fenix PD35 TAC

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Fenix HL60R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Fenix HL60R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix HL60R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Fenix HL60R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 40% 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.

Fenix HL60R — Beam distance: 116 m (381 ft)Fenix HL60R — Weight: 121 g (4.27 oz)Fenix HL60R — Length: 87 mm (3.43 in)Fenix HL60R — Retail price: US$104.5Fenix HL60R — Max lumens: 950 lmFenix HL60R — Max runtime: 6000 minFenix PD35 TAC — Beam distance: 200 m (656 ft)Fenix PD35 TAC — Weight: 88 g (3.10 oz)Fenix PD35 TAC — Length: 137 mm (5.39 in)Fenix PD35 TAC — Retail price: US$99Fenix PD35 TAC — Max lumens: 1000 lmFenix PD35 TAC — Max runtime: 8400 minBeam distanceWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumensMax runtime
Price & carry
Retail price
US$104.5Most expensive
US$99Cheapest
Weight
121 g (4.27 oz)Heaviest
88 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
Length
87 mm (3.43 in)Shortest
137 mm (5.39 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
950 lmLowest output
1000 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
10000 cd
Beam distance
116 m (381 ft)Lowest
200 m (656 ft)Highest
Max runtime
6000 minShortest runtime
8400 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion or 2x CR123A lithium primary
1 x 18650 or 2 x CR123A
Charging type
Micro USB charging cable
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IPX8, waterproof to 2m depth
IPX8
Impact resistance
Unknown
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Durable aircraft grade aluminium, premium Type III hard anodised anti-abrasive finish
Anodized Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
▣Hiking▣Camping▣Trekking▣Cave Exploration▣Night Riding▣Search And Rescue▣Fishing▣Backcountry Travel
▣Tactical Use▣Military▣Police▣EDC▣Outdoor Activities▣Self Defense▣Hunting
Common praise
✓High Maximum Output Of 950 Lumens✓Long Runtime Up To 100 Hours In ECO Mode✓Waterproof To 2 Meters (ipx8)✓Durable All Metal Aircraft Grade Aluminum Build✓USB Charging With Included 18650 Rechargeable Battery✓Functional Side Switch With Battery Level Indicators✓Includes Multiple Brightness Modes And Red Night Vision Mode✓Comfortable Adjustable Head Strap With Tilt Feature
✓High Build Quality And Durability✓Good Tactical And Outdoor Performance✓Compact And Easy To Carry✓Multiple Output Modes Including Strobe✓Reliable LED With Long Life Span
Common complaints
⚠Switch Located On Side Instead Of Top, Takes 1 Second Press To Activate Which Can Be Unintuitive⚠Feels Heavy At 121 Grams Without Battery, Heavier With Included Battery (about 158 Grams Total)⚠Wide Plastic Plate Can Press Uncomfortably On Bare Forehead⚠Not Designed To Fit Securely On Whitewater Helmets Without Rigging
⚠Tail Switch Durability Issues Reported⚠Not Suitable For Tail Standing⚠Batteries Need To Be Recharged Or Replaced For Long Use⚠Threads Lack Manufacturer Lube

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