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Fenix PD32R vs ThruNite BSS V5
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 lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD32R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix PD32R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD32R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD32R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD32R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2681% 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$75.99Most expensive
Weight
136 g (4.80 oz)Lightest
147 g (5.19 oz)Heaviest
Length
135 mm (5.31 in)Shortest
143 mm (5.63 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1400 lmLowest output
2676 lmHighest output
Max candela
29588 cdHighest candela
16200 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
344 m (1129 ft)Highest
255 m (837 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
4200 minLongest runtime
151 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1*18650 rechargeable, or 2*CR123A batteries
18650 Li-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX-8 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
Unknown
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Aluminium Alloy
Use case profile
Best for
General purposeTacticalProfessional useOutdoorLaw enforcement
EDCTactical useWeapon mounting
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 turbo output of 2676 lumensUSB-C onboard chargingSolid build with aluminium alloy bodyDual switch interface with tactical tail switch and electronic side switchIncludes accessories like battery, pocket clip, nylon pouch, charging cable, red filter, spare O-rings and manual
Common complaints
Larger size compared to typical 18650 lightsFlimsy and short charging cableMay require removal of clip for holster use
Slightly green/yellow tint on low modesPocket clip allows only bezel-down tail carryCharging port can be slightly crooked
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