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Fenix LD02 V2.0 vs Fenix PD35 TAC

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

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Fenix LD02 V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LD02 V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1329% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Fenix LD02 V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 219% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Fenix LD02 V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 267% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix LD02 V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1329% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Fenix LD02 V2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 87% 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 LD02 V2.0 — Beam distance: 48 m (157 ft)Fenix LD02 V2.0 — Max candela: 580 cdFenix LD02 V2.0 — Weight: 24 g (0.85 oz)Fenix LD02 V2.0 — Length: 92 mm (3.62 in)Fenix LD02 V2.0 — Retail price: US$31Fenix LD02 V2.0 — Max lumens: 70 lmFenix PD35 TAC — Beam distance: 200 m (656 ft)Fenix PD35 TAC — Max candela: 10000 cdFenix 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 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$31Cheapest
US$99Most expensive
Weight
24 g (0.85 oz)Lightest
88 g (3.10 oz)Heaviest
Length
92 mm (3.62 in)Shortest
137 mm (5.39 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
70 lmLowest output
1000 lmHighest output
Max candela
580 cdLowest candela
10000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
48 m (157 ft)Lowest
200 m (656 ft)Highest
Max runtime
4500 minShortest runtime
8400 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
AAA
1 x 18650 or 2 x CR123A
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
No
No
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
6061-T6 aerospace aluminum alloy with HA Type III anodization
Anodized Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Technical inspection (e.g., document verification, banknote check)Outdoor activities (camping, hiking)Medical and family use
Tactical useMilitaryPoliceEDCOutdoor activitiesSelf-defenseHunting
Common praise
Compact portable design comparable to a penHigh color rendering index (CRI 90) for natural color renderingUV light useful for detecting counterfeit currency and documentsLong runtime on low mode (up to 75 hours)Solid build quality with aerospace aluminum and stainless steel switchEffective waterproof and impact resistance (IP68, 1 meter)
High build quality and durabilityGood tactical and outdoor performanceCompact and easy to carryMultiple output modes including strobeReliable LED with long life span
Common complaints
No included batteryNon-rechargeableRelatively low maximum brightness and beam distance compared to larger flashlightsUV mode runtime significantly shorter than white modes
Tail switch durability issues reportedNot suitable for tail standingBatteries need to be recharged or replaced for long useThreads lack manufacturer lube

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