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Fenix PD25 vs Fenix PD36R

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 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.

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What stands out

Cheapest

Fenix PD25 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Fenix PD36R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Fenix PD25 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Fenix PD36R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 255% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix PD25 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Fenix PD36R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 209% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Fenix PD25 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

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.

Fenix PD25 — Beam distance: 130 m (427 ft)Fenix PD25 — Max candela: 4225 cdFenix 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 PD36R — Beam distance: 396 m (1299 ft)Fenix PD36R — Max candela: 132000 cdFenix PD36R — Weight: 167 g (5.89 oz)Fenix PD36R — Length: 140.7 mm (5.54 in)Fenix PD36R — Retail price: US$121.35Fenix PD36R — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Specification
Fenix PD25
Fenix PD36R
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
▣EDC▣Outdoor use▣Tactical applications
▣EDC and outdoor lighting▣Extended outdoor adventures▣Users needing a bright, durable, rechargeable flashlight
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
✓Impressive brightness and beam distance✓Excellent battery runtime and fast USB-C charging✓Rugged build quality with IP68 waterproof rating✓Versatile 2-way body clip for hands-free carry
Common complaints
⚠Relatively large size for a 16340 battery light⚠Mode memory can be confusing if last mode was strobe
⚠Higher cost compared to simpler flashlights⚠Flat side switch can be hard to locate by feel