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Fenix PD25 vs Fenix PD36R
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix PD25 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD25 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD36R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 209% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix PD25 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 255% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 209% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 809% 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$75Cheapest
US$121.35Most expensive
Weight
47 g (1.66 oz)Lightest
167 g (5.89 oz)Heaviest
Length
93 mm (3.66 in)Shortest
140.7 mm (5.54 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
550 lmLowest output
1700 lmHighest output
Max candela
4225 cdLowest candela
132000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
130 m (427 ft)Lowest
396 m (1299 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3180 minShortest runtime
28920 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
One 16340 rechargeable Li-ion or 3V CR123A Lithium battery
1 rechargeable 21700 lithium-ion battery
Charging type
USB rechargeable (ARB-L16-700U included)
USB Type-C 18W fast charging
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
6061-T6 Aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
EDCOutdoor UseTactical Applications
EDC And Outdoor LightingExtended Outdoor AdventuresUsers Needing A Bright, Durable, Rechargeable Flashlight
Common praise
Compact Size Yet Powerful OutputDurable Aircraft Grade Aluminum ConstructionGood Battery Options With Included Rechargeable 16340 CellDual Switch Design With Momentary On Tail SwitchWaterproof To 2 Meters Ipx8 RatingLong Runtime On Lowest Setting
Impressive Brightness And Beam DistanceExcellent Battery Runtime And Fast USB C ChargingRugged Build Quality With Ip68 Waterproof RatingVersatile 2 Way Body Clip For Hands Free Carry
Common complaints
Relatively Large Size For A 16340 Battery LightMode Memory Can Be Confusing If Last Mode Was Strobe
Higher Cost Compared To Simpler FlashlightsFlat Side Switch Can Be Hard To Locate By Feel
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