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Fenix PD25R vs ThruNite BSS V5
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix PD25R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 168% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 168% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 39% 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$79.95Most expensive
US$75.99Cheapest
Weight
110 g (3.88 oz)Lightest
147 g (5.19 oz)Heaviest
Length
134 mm (5.28 in)Shortest
143 mm (5.63 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
2676 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
16200 cd
Beam distance
180 m (591 ft)Lowest
255 m (837 ft)Highest
Max runtime
210 minLongest runtime
151 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 rechargeable or 2 x CR123A
18650 Li-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX-8 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aircraft grade aluminium alloy
Aluminium Alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryOutdoorTacticalHiking
EDCTactical useWeapon mounting
Common praise
Compact and portable sizeHigh output and beam distance for its sizeReliable and well-built with IP68 waterproof ratingUSB-C charging convenienceGood mode variety and memory function
High turbo output of 2676 lumensUSB-C onboard chargingSolid build with aluminium alloy bodyDual switch interface with tactical tail switch and electronic side switchIncludes accessories like battery, pocket clip, nylon pouch, charging cable, red filter, spare O-rings and manual
Common complaints
Smaller size can be difficult for large handsNo detailed max candela specification availableRuntime data varies with battery choice and isn’t always clearly specified
Slightly green/yellow tint on low modesPocket clip allows only bezel-down tail carryCharging port can be slightly crooked
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