Comparison Console
Fenix HL60R vs Fenix PD35R ACE
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix HL60R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix HL60R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 111% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix HL60R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL60R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL60R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 111% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL60R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 620% 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$104.5Cheapest
US$125Most expensive
Weight
121 g (4.27 oz)Lightest
145.11 g (5.12 oz)Heaviest
Length
87 mm (3.43 in)Shortest
140.46 mm (5.53 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
950 lmLowest output
2000 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
Unknown
Beam distance
116 m (381 ft)Lowest
380 m (1247 ft)Highest
Max runtime
6000 minShortest runtime
43200 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion or 2x CR123A lithium primary
1x 4000mAh 18650 rechargeable Li-ion or 2x CR123A lithium batteries
Charging type
Micro USB charging cable
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8, waterproof to 2m depth
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Durable aircraft grade aluminium, premium Type III hard anodised anti-abrasive finish
A6061-T6 aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
HikingCampingTrekkingCave ExplorationNight RidingSearch And RescueFishingBackcountry Travel
Law EnforcementOutdoor MissionsEveryday CarryTactical Use
Common praise
High Maximum Output Of 950 LumensLong Runtime Up To 100 Hours In ECO ModeWaterproof To 2 Meters (ipx8)Durable All Metal Aircraft Grade Aluminum BuildUSB Charging With Included 18650 Rechargeable BatteryFunctional Side Switch With Battery Level IndicatorsIncludes Multiple Brightness Modes And Red Night Vision ModeComfortable Adjustable Head Strap With Tilt Feature
Very Bright Output With 2000 LumensLong 380 Meter Beam DistanceMultiple Lighting Modes Including Strobe And SOSUSB Type C Rechargeable With Protected PortDurable Ip68 Waterproof And Dustproof DesignImpact Resistant To 1.5 MetersComfortable Anti Slip Body DesignDigital Regulation Maintains Stable Output
Common complaints
Switch Located On Side Instead Of Top, Takes 1 Second Press To Activate Which Can Be UnintuitiveFeels Heavy At 121 Grams Without Battery, Heavier With Included Battery (about 158 Grams Total)Wide Plastic Plate Can Press Uncomfortably On Bare ForeheadNot Designed To Fit Securely On Whitewater Helmets Without Rigging
Some Users May Find Size Slightly Large For Keychain CarryHidden Set Switch May Require Learning Curve
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