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Fenix PD32R vs SureFire XVL2
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 4% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD32R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD32R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 250% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix PD32R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2215% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD32R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD32R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 250% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD32R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 4567% 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$1619Most expensive
Weight
136 g (4.80 oz)Lightest
142 g (5.01 oz)Heaviest
Length
135 mm (5.31 in)Longest
76.2 mm (3.00 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1400 lmHighest output
400 lmLowest output
Max candela
29588 cdHighest candela
820 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
344 m (1129 ft)Highest
54 m (177 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
4200 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1*18650 rechargeable, or 2*CR123A batteries
1x CR123A lithium battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (66 feet, 2 hours)
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Aluminum, Mil-Spec Hard-Anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
General purposeTacticalProfessional useOutdoorLaw enforcement
Handgun and carbine weapon mountingTactical use in low-light and infrared environments
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
Durable mil-spec aluminum constructionVersatile multi-spectrum lighting and laser optionsCompact size and lightweight designIPX8 waterproof ratingAmbidextrous switching for tactical use
Common complaints
Larger size compared to typical 18650 lightsFlimsy and short charging cableMay require removal of clip for holster use
High retail priceShort runtime on white light mode (1.5 hours)Non-rechargeable battery requirement (uses disposable CR123A)
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