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Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 vs Fenix PD36R Pro

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

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Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1329% 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 HM65R-T v2.0 — Beam distance: 170 m (558 ft)Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 — Max candela: 7353 cdFenix HM65R-T v2.0 — Weight: 120 g (4.23 oz)Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 — Retail price: US$105Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 — Impact resistance: 2 m (7 ft)Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 — Max lumens: 1600 lmFenix PD36R Pro — Beam distance: 381 m (1250 ft)Fenix PD36R Pro — Max candela: 36600 cdFenix PD36R Pro — Weight: 169 g (5.96 oz)Fenix PD36R Pro — Retail price: US$140Fenix PD36R Pro — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Fenix PD36R Pro — Max lumens: 2800 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightRetail priceImpact resistanceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$105Cheapest
US$140Most expensive
Weight
120 g (4.23 oz)Lightest
169 g (5.96 oz)Heaviest
Length
Unknown
145.8 mm (5.74 in)
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmLowest output
2800 lmHighest output
Max candela
7353 cdLowest candela
36600 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
170 m (558 ft)Lowest
381 m (1250 ft)Highest
Max runtime
36000 minLongest runtime
2520 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 rechargeable battery
21700 rechargeable Li-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
Material
Magnesium alloy, aluminum, polycarbonate
High-strength aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
▣Trail Running▣Working Around The House/garage/yard▣Hiking▣Hunting/fishing▣Technical Trail Running▣Fast Moving Night Efforts
▣Tactical Use▣Law Enforcement▣Outdoor Adventure▣Professional Applications
Common praise
✓High Maximum Output Of 1600 Lumens✓Dual Beam System With Cool And Warm White Leds For Versatile Use✓Comfortable And Adjustable Sport Fit Headband With Single Hand Adjustment✓Durable Magnesium Alloy Frame Reducing Weight And Increasing Strength✓Long Battery Runtime And USB C Rechargeable Battery✓High Ip68 Waterproof Rating And 2 Meter Impact Resistance✓Adjustable Beam Angle From Straight Ahead To Nearly 90 Degrees Downward
✓Very Bright 2800 Lumens Output✓Robust Build Quality With Ip68 Rating✓Convenient USB C Charging✓Tactical Dual Tail Switch Usability✓Long Battery Runtime Up To 42 Hours
Common complaints
⚠Not Ideal For Jogging Due To Strap Design Lacking Third Top Strap⚠Battery Is Built In And Not Hot Swappable For Multi Day Use⚠Potential Surface Oxidation If Anodization Damaged⚠USB C Port Cover Is A Common Failure Point Impacting Waterproofness
⚠None Clearly Stated In Sources

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