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Fenix PD32R vs Sofirn Q8 Plus
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix PD32R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD32R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1043% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix PD32R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD32R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 262% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD32R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1043% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD32R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 289% 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$76.99Most expensive
Weight
136 g (4.80 oz)Lightest
492 g (17.35 oz)Heaviest
Length
135 mm (5.31 in)Longest
133 mm (5.24 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1400 lmLowest output
16000 lmHighest output
Max candela
29588 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
344 m (1129 ft)Lowest
507 m (1663 ft)Highest
Max runtime
4200 minLongest runtime
1080 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1*18650 rechargeable, or 2*CR123A batteries
3x 21700 Li-Ion batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
Unknown
1 m (3 ft)
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Aerospace grade 6061 aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
General purposeTacticalProfessional useOutdoorLaw enforcement
CampingSearch and rescueWorkOutdoor companionHikingEmergency preparedness
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
Extremely bright output (16000 lumens)Long runtime with sustained high brightnessUSB-C charge and power bank capabilitiesDurable aerospace-grade aluminum buildIPX8 water resistanceVersatile Anduril 2.0 user interface with many modes
Common complaints
Larger size compared to typical 18650 lightsFlimsy and short charging cableMay require removal of clip for holster use
Weight is quite heavy for EDC (492 grams without batteries)Large size may not fit standard pocketsSome users note advice to fully tighten tailcap for waterproofingNo magnetic tailcap or pocket clip included
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