Comparison Console
Fenix LD30R vs Fenix PD40R V2.0
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LD30R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix LD30R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD30R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD30R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD30R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 19% 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$86.48Cheapest
US$165Most expensive
Weight
132 g (4.66 oz)Heaviest
117 g (4.13 oz)Lightest
Length
129.7 mm (5.11 in)Shortest
138 mm (5.43 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmLowest output
3000 lmHighest output
Max candela
18037 cdLowest candela
40567 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
267 m (876 ft)Lowest
405 m (1329 ft)Highest
Max runtime
4450 minShortest runtime
5280 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 included ARB-L18-3400 Li-ion rechargeable battery
1x 21700 rechargeable li-ion battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
All-metal CNC machined body with premium type HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
A6061-T6 aircraft grade aluminium
Use case profile
Best for
EDCOutdoor useCampingEmergencyTactical
Everyday carry (EDC)Professional useGeneral purpose useInspectionWalking a dogSituations requiring versatile brightness levels
Common praise
High brightness and versatile modesDurable and well-built metal bodyConvenient dual-switch interfaceLong runtime on lower modesWaterproof and impact resistant
High maximum and sustained brightnessSmooth and easy rotary switch operationGood battery runtime with included 21700 batterySolid build quality with aircraft grade aluminiumIP68 dust and waterproof ratedComes with holster and spare o-rings
Common complaints
Price may be high compared to simpler flashlights
Packaging not very stylishNo included AC adapter for chargingRotary switch may require getting used to