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Fenix PD35 TAC vs Olight Diffuse
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Olight Diffuse stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Diffuse stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight Diffuse stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 200% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Diffuse stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Diffuse stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Diffuse stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 29% 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$99Most expensive
US$32.99Cheapest
Weight
88 g (3.10 oz)Heaviest
57.5 g (2.03 oz)Lightest
Length
137 mm (5.39 in)Longest
87 mm (3.43 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmHighest output
700 lmLowest output
Max candela
10000 cdHighest candela
1700 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
200 m (656 ft)Highest
80 m (262 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
8400 minShortest runtime
10800 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 or 2 x CR123A
14500 lithium-ion (also compatible with AA primary or NiMH)
Charging type
Unknown
USB-C charging via battery
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Anodized Aluminum
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical UseMilitaryPoliceEDCOutdoor ActivitiesSelf DefenseHunting
EDC UseTool Kit Or Toolbox LightUsers Needing Anti Roll ShapeUsers Wanting Waterproof Light
Common praise
High Build Quality And DurabilityGood Tactical And Outdoor PerformanceCompact And Easy To CarryMultiple Output Modes Including StrobeReliable LED With Long Life Span
Good Waterproof Rating (ipx8)Anti Roll Pentagon ShapeGood Output And RuntimeConvenient Battery With Onboard USB C ChargingNice E Switch With Indicator And Lockout
Common complaints
Tail Switch Durability Issues ReportedNot Suitable For Tail StandingBatteries Need To Be Recharged Or Replaced For Long UseThreads Lack Manufacturer Lube
No Knurling Makes Grip Less SecureTailcap Is Small And Fiddly To UnscrewNo Built In Charging In Flashlight (battery Charges Externally)Limited Documentation On Aa Battery Mode
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