Fenix PD25 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD25 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 206% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD25 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2550% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Lightest
Fenix PD25 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Fenix LD20 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Fenix LD20 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Fenix PD25 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 206% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Fenix LD20 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Fenix PD25 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2550% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
Fenix PD25 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Fenix LD20 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 71% 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.
One 16340 rechargeable Li-ion or 3V CR123A Lithium battery
Charging type
Unknown
USB rechargeable (ARB-L16-700U included)
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8
IPX8 (waterproof to 2 meters)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
T6 aircraft-grade aluminum
Aircraft-grade aluminum with Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasion finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣General use▣EDC▣Outdoor use▣Search and rescue▣Hiking▣Hunting
▣EDC▣Outdoor use▣Tactical applications
Common praise
✓Compact and easy to carry✓Wide range of brightness levels✓Digitally regulated brightness✓Uses common AA batteries✓Durable aircraft-grade aluminum body✓Waterproof (IPX-8)
✓Compact size yet powerful output✓Durable aircraft-grade aluminum construction✓Good battery options with included rechargeable 16340 cell✓Dual-switch design with momentary-on tail switch✓Waterproof to 2 meters IPX8 rating✓Long runtime on lowest setting
Common complaints
⚠Difficult to operate with gloves⚠Anti-roll design is not perfect⚠9 lumens low mode is too bright for some users
⚠Relatively large size for a 16340 battery light⚠Mode memory can be confusing if last mode was strobe