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Fenix PD25 vs Fenix PD35R ACE

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Fenix PD25 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD25 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 264% gap from the closest alternative.

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What stands out

Cheapest

Fenix PD25 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Fenix PD25 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 209% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix PD25 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 264% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Fenix PD25 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1258% 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.

Fenix PD25 — Beam distance: 130 m (427 ft)Fenix PD25 — Weight: 47 g (1.66 oz)Fenix PD25 — Length: 93 mm (3.66 in)Fenix PD25 — Retail price: US$75Fenix PD25 — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)Fenix PD25 — Max lumens: 550 lmFenix PD35R ACE — Beam distance: 380 m (1247 ft)Fenix PD35R ACE — Weight: 145.11 g (5.12 oz)Fenix PD35R ACE — Length: 140.46 mm (5.53 in)Fenix PD35R ACE — Retail price: US$125Fenix PD35R ACE — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Fenix PD35R ACE — Max lumens: 2000 lmBeam distanceWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistanceMax lumens
Specification
Fenix PD25
Fenix PD35R ACE
Price & carry
Retail price
US$75Cheapest
US$125Most expensive
Weight
47 g (1.66 oz)Lightest
145.11 g (5.12 oz)Heaviest
Length
93 mm (3.66 in)Shortest
140.46 mm (5.53 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
550 lmLowest output
2000 lmHighest output
Max candela
4225 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
130 m (427 ft)Lowest
380 m (1247 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3180 minShortest runtime
43200 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
One 16340 rechargeable Li-ion or 3V CR123A Lithium battery
1x 4000mAh 18650 rechargeable Li-ion or 2x CR123A lithium batteries
Charging type
USB rechargeable (ARB-L16-700U included)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (waterproof to 2 meters)
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft-grade aluminum with Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasion finish
A6061-T6 aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
▣EDC▣Outdoor use▣Tactical applications
▣Law enforcement▣Outdoor missions▣Everyday carry▣Tactical use
Common praise
✓Compact size yet powerful output✓Durable aircraft-grade aluminum construction✓Good battery options with included rechargeable 16340 cell✓Dual-switch design with momentary-on tail switch✓Waterproof to 2 meters IPX8 rating✓Long runtime on lowest setting
✓Very bright output with 2000 lumens✓Long 380 meter beam distance✓Multiple lighting modes including strobe and SOS✓USB Type-C rechargeable with protected port✓Durable IP68 waterproof and dustproof design✓Impact resistant to 1.5 meters✓Comfortable anti-slip body design✓Digital regulation maintains stable output
Common complaints
⚠Relatively large size for a 16340 battery light⚠Mode memory can be confusing if last mode was strobe
⚠Some users may find size slightly large for keychain carry⚠Hidden SET switch may require learning curve