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Fenix PD25 vs ThruNite TN12 V6
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 46% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD25 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 255% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix PD25 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 255% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1747% 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$80Most expensive
Weight
47 g (1.66 oz)Lightest
87.5 g (3.09 oz)Heaviest
Length
93 mm (3.66 in)Shortest
133.5 mm (5.26 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
550 lmLowest output
1950 lmHighest output
Max candela
4225 cdLowest candela
16800 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
130 m (427 ft)Lowest
259 m (850 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3180 minShortest runtime
58740 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
One 16340 rechargeable Li-ion or 3V CR123A Lithium battery
1x 3400mAh 18650 rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB rechargeable (ARB-L16-700U included)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (waterproof to 2 meters)
IPX8
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
Aircraft-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum, Type III anodized
Use case profile
Best for
EDCOutdoor useTactical applications
EDCDutyCampingEmergenciesLaw enforcementSearch and rescue
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
High maximum brightness of 1950 lumensNo accidental pocket activation due to tail switch on/offGood runtime with multiple brightness modesUSB-C rechargeable with battery includedCompact and durable aircraft-grade aluminum buildWaterproof to IPX8 and impact resistant to 1.5 meters
Common complaints
Relatively large size for a 16340 battery lightMode memory can be confusing if last mode was strobe
Tint shift issues on beam color, especially in lower modesThe side switch cover may get loose if caught in pocketEmitter (SST-70) not ideal for maximum tint or throw extremes
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