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Fenix PD35 TAC vs SureFire E1D LED Defender
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 233% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 10669% 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 49% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire E1D LED Defender stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire E1D LED Defender stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 233% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire E1D LED Defender stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 10669% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire E1D LED Defender stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 27% 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$195Most expensive
Weight
88 g (3.10 oz)
88 g (3.10 oz)
Length
137 mm (5.39 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmHighest output
300 lmLowest output
Max candela
10000 cdHighest candela
6620 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
200 m (656 ft)Highest
81.5 m (267 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
8400 minLongest runtime
78 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 or 2 x CR123A
1x 123A lithium
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
No
No
IP rating
IPX8
Unknown
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Anodized Aluminum
High-strength aerospace aluminum body, Mil-Spec hard-anodized finish, coated tempered glass window
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useMilitaryPoliceEDCOutdoor activitiesSelf-defenseHunting
Everyday carryTactical useSelf-defense
Common praise
High build quality and durabilityGood tactical and outdoor performanceCompact and easy to carryMultiple output modes including strobeReliable LED with long life span
Compact and powerful output for sizeReliable dual-output modes with regulated LEDDurable aerospace aluminum constructionEffective personal defense strike bezelLong runtime on low mode (up to approximately 47 hours)
Common complaints
Tail switch durability issues reportedNot suitable for tail standingBatteries need to be recharged or replaced for long useThreads lack manufacturer lube
Relatively expensiveCrenellated bezel can scratch fabrics or belongingsLimited runtime on highest output (around 1.3 hours)
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