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Fenix PD25R vs ThruNite Defender
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
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
ThruNite Defender 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.
ThruNite Defender stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 38% 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.
Fenix PD25R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
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.
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 CarryOutdoorTacticalHiking
EDC utility tasksInspection workMechanicsElectriciansHVAC professionals
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
Versatile 3-in-1 lighting with white, UV, and laserFlat and pocketable designUSB-C charging with battery level indicatorsStrong magnetic base and two-way clipGood runtime and output for EDC
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
Moonlight mode activation is somewhat slowBattery is built-in and not user replaceableLight heats up under extended Turbo useLow CRI cool white tint
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