Comparison Console
Fenix PD32R vs Streamlight PolyTac X
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 2% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD32R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD32R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 133% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix PD32R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac X stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD32R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac X stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac X stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD32R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 133% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac X stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD32R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1900% 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$74.93Most expensive
Weight
136 g (4.80 oz)Lightest
139 g (4.90 oz)Heaviest
Length
135 mm (5.31 in)Shortest
139 mm (5.47 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1400 lmHighest output
600 lmLowest output
Max candela
29588 cdHighest candela
11485 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
344 m (1129 ft)Highest
205 m (673 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
4200 minLongest runtime
210 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1*18650 rechargeable, or 2*CR123A batteries
18650 lithium-ion battery or two CR123A lithium batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB rechargeable battery pack (SL-B26) included in rechargeable configuration
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX7 waterproof to 1m for 30 minutes
Impact resistance
Unknown
3 m (10 ft)
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
High-impact, super-tough nylon polymer with rocky stipple texture
Use case profile
Best for
General purposeTacticalProfessional useOutdoorLaw enforcement
Tactical useEDCEmergency 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
High lumen output for sizeDurable constructionFlexible TEN-TAP programmingMomentary on/off switch
Common complaints
Larger size compared to typical 18650 lightsFlimsy and short charging cableMay require removal of clip for holster use
Bulkier size compared to some modelsShort pocket clip limits carry convenience