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Fenix PD35 TAC vs Olight Baldr S
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Baldr S stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Baldr S stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Baldr S stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Baldr S stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 5900% 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$99Cheapest
US$148.45Most expensive
Weight
88 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
95 g (3.35 oz)Heaviest
Length
137 mm (5.39 in)Longest
63 mm (2.48 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmHighest output
800 lmLowest output
Max candela
10000 cdHighest candela
4400 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
200 m (656 ft)Highest
130 m (427 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
8400 minLongest runtime
140 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 or 2 x CR123A
3.7V 380mAh Rechargeable Lithium Polymer Battery (Built-in)
Charging type
Unknown
Magnetic Charging
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX4
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Anodized Aluminum
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical UseMilitaryPoliceEDCOutdoor ActivitiesSelf DefenseHunting
Tactical UseSelf DefenseMilitaryLaw EnforcementCompact Firearms Compatibility
Common praise
High Build Quality And DurabilityGood Tactical And Outdoor PerformanceCompact And Easy To CarryMultiple Output Modes Including StrobeReliable LED With Long Life Span
High Maximum Brightness (800 Lumens)Long Maximum Runtime Of 140 Minutes On Low ModeAdjustable Green Or Blue Laser For AimingDual Ambidextrous Switches For Easy OperationCompact Size And Easy Installation With Quick Install Sliding Rail MountReliable Construction With Ipx4 Waterproof Rating And 1 Meter Impact Resistance
Common complaints
Tail Switch Durability Issues ReportedNot Suitable For Tail StandingBatteries Need To Be Recharged Or Replaced For Long UseThreads Lack Manufacturer Lube
No SOS Or Beacon ModeLimited To Max 130 Meters Beam Distance, Which May Be Shorter Compared To Some Larger Flashlights
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