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Fenix PD25R vs ThruNite Defender

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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ThruNite Defender stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Defender stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Defender stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

ThruNite Defender stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Fenix PD25R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

ThruNite Defender stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Fenix PD25R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix PD25R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

ThruNite Defender stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Fenix PD25R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

ThruNite Defender stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 386% 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 PD25R — Beam distance: 180 m (591 ft)Fenix PD25R — Weight: 110 g (3.88 oz)Fenix PD25R — Length: 134 mm (5.28 in)Fenix PD25R — Retail price: US$79.95Fenix PD25R — Max lumens: 1000 lmFenix PD25R — Max runtime: 210 minThruNite Defender — Beam distance: 139 m (456 ft)ThruNite Defender — Weight: 108 g (3.81 oz)ThruNite Defender — Length: 118 mm (4.65 in)ThruNite Defender — Retail price: US$76ThruNite Defender — Max lumens: 1619 lmThruNite Defender — Max runtime: 1020 minBeam distanceWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumensMax runtime
Price & carry
Retail price
US$79.95Most expensive
US$76Cheapest
Weight
110 g (3.88 oz)Heaviest
108 g (3.81 oz)Lightest
Length
134 mm (5.28 in)Longest
118 mm (4.65 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
1619 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
4880 cd
Beam distance
180 m (591 ft)Highest
139 m (456 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
210 minShortest runtime
1020 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 rechargeable or 2 x CR123A
Built-in 1500mAh LiPo
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX7
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aircraft grade aluminium alloy
HAIII black anodized 6061 aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry▣Outdoor▣Tactical▣Hiking
▣EDC Utility Tasks▣Inspection Work▣Mechanics▣Electricians▣Hvac Professionals
Common praise
✓Compact And Portable Size✓High Output And Beam Distance For Its Size✓Reliable And Well Built With Ip68 Waterproof Rating✓USB C Charging Convenience✓Good Mode Variety And Memory Function
✓Versatile 3 In 1 Lighting With White, Uv, And Laser✓Flat And Pocketable Design✓USB C Charging With Battery Level Indicators✓Strong Magnetic Base And Two Way Clip✓Good Runtime And Output For EDC
Common complaints
⚠Smaller Size Can Be Difficult For Large Hands⚠No Detailed Max Candela Specification Available⚠Runtime Data Varies With Battery Choice And Isn’t Always Clearly Specified
⚠Moonlight Mode Activation Is Somewhat Slow⚠Battery Is Built In And Not User Replaceable⚠Light Heats Up Under Extended Turbo Use⚠Low Cri Cool White Tint

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