Comparison Console
Fenix PD25 vs Fenix UC30
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix PD25 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix UC30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix UC30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix UC30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 183% 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$75Most expensive
US$59.95Cheapest
Weight
47 g (1.66 oz)Lightest
77 g (2.72 oz)Heaviest
Length
93 mm (3.66 in)Shortest
130 mm (5.12 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
550 lmLowest output
1000 lmHighest output
Max candela
4225 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
130 m (427 ft)Lowest
253 m (830 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3180 minShortest runtime
9000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
One 16340 rechargeable Li-ion or 3V CR123A Lithium battery
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion or 2x CR123A Lithium batteries
Charging type
USB rechargeable (ARB-L16-700U included)
Micro USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (waterproof to 2 meters)
IPX8 (submersible up to 2 meters for 30 minutes)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aircraft-grade aluminum with Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasion finish
Aircraft-grade aluminum with type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
EDCOutdoor useTactical applications
Everyday carryOutdoor activitiesProfessional use
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
Compact and solid build qualityHigh maximum brightness of 1000 lumensMultiple output levels with strobeUSB rechargeable with included batteryWaterproof and dust proof with IPX8 ratingStainless steel side switch with battery indicatorGood battery life and regulated output
Common complaints
Relatively large size for a 16340 battery lightMode memory can be confusing if last mode was strobe
Turbo mode automatically downshifts after 3 minutesNo integrated pocket clipWeight excludes battery