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Fenix LD30R vs Fenix PD32R

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

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Fenix LD30R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD32R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LD30R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.

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What stands out

Cheapest

Fenix PD32R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Fenix LD30R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Fenix LD30R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Fenix PD32R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix PD32R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Fenix LD30R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Fenix PD32R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Fenix LD30R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 6% 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 LD30R — Beam distance: 267 m (876 ft)Fenix LD30R — Max candela: 18037 cdFenix LD30R — Weight: 132 g (4.66 oz)Fenix LD30R — Length: 129.7 mm (5.11 in)Fenix LD30R — Retail price: US$86.48Fenix LD30R — Max lumens: 1700 lmFenix PD32R — Beam distance: 344 m (1129 ft)Fenix PD32R — Max candela: 29588 cdFenix PD32R — Weight: 136 g (4.80 oz)Fenix PD32R — Length: 135 mm (5.31 in)Fenix PD32R — Retail price: US$69.95Fenix PD32R — Max lumens: 1400 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$86.48Most expensive
US$69.95Cheapest
Weight
132 g (4.66 oz)Lightest
136 g (4.80 oz)Heaviest
Length
129.7 mm (5.11 in)Shortest
135 mm (5.31 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmHighest output
1400 lmLowest output
Max candela
18037 cdLowest candela
29588 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
267 m (876 ft)Lowest
344 m (1129 ft)Highest
Max runtime
4450 minLongest runtime
4200 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 included ARB-L18-3400 Li-ion rechargeable battery
1*18650 rechargeable, or 2*CR123A batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
All-metal CNC machined body with premium type HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
A6061-T6 aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
EDCOutdoor useCampingEmergencyTactical
General purposeTacticalProfessional useOutdoorLaw enforcement
Common praise
High brightness and versatile modesDurable and well-built metal bodyConvenient dual-switch interfaceLong runtime on lower modesWaterproof and impact resistant
High maximum output of 1400 lumensVersatile power options with 18650 or CR123A batteriesDurable IP68 rated constructionConvenient USB-C charging portUseful multi-function tail switch
Common complaints
Price may be high compared to simpler flashlights
Larger size compared to typical 18650 lightsFlimsy and short charging cableMay require removal of clip for holster use