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Fenix PD32R vs Nitecore P16
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix PD32R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. Fenix PD32R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P16 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 643% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix PD32R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Nitecore P16 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
Nitecore P16 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD32R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD32R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 87% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P16 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 643% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD32R stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P16 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 12% 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$69.95Cheapest
US$70Most expensive
Weight
136 g (4.80 oz)
136 g (4.80 oz)
Length
135 mm (5.31 in)Shortest
151 mm (5.94 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1400 lmHighest output
960 lmLowest output
Max candela
29588 cdHighest candela
20900 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
344 m (1129 ft)Highest
289 m (948 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
4200 minShortest runtime
31200 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1*18650 rechargeable, or 2*CR123A batteries
1x18650 or 2xCR123
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C (via Nitecore NL1826R battery)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX-8
Impact resistance
Unknown
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HAIII military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
General purposeTacticalProfessional useOutdoorLaw enforcement
EDCTactical useOutdoorWork-related flashlight use
Common praise
High maximum output of 1400 lumensVersatile power options with 18650 or CR123A batteriesDurable IP68 rated constructionConvenient USB-C charging portUseful multi-function tail switch
High brightness with a maximum of 960 lumensLong beam distance (~289 meters)Durable build with good impact and water resistanceUseful side switch and tactical tail switch interfacePower indicator display for battery level and voltageIncludes intelligent memory to store preferred brightness settingConvenient USB-C rechargeable battery available
Common complaints
Larger size compared to typical 18650 lightsFlimsy and short charging cableMay require removal of clip for holster use
Not suitable for search and rescue due to lockout feature causing the light to shut off if caps loosenedLight may fail to turn on if head is slightly loosenedRough coating/texture not attractiveTail standing lamp feature may not be tactical in some scenarios
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