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Fenix PD35 TAC vs Wuben E8
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 2% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben E8 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben E8 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben E8 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E8 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E8 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben E8 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 300% 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$67Cheapest
Weight
88 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
90 g (3.17 oz)Heaviest
Length
137 mm (5.39 in)Longest
91 mm (3.58 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
1300 lmHighest output
Max candela
10000 cdHighest candela
3000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
200 m (656 ft)Highest
110 m (361 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
8400 minLongest runtime
2100 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 or 2 x CR123A
14500 rechargeable battery or standard AA battery
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Anodized Aluminum
Aluminum alloy body with plastic scales
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useMilitaryPoliceEDCOutdoor activitiesSelf-defenseHunting
EDC enthusiastsCampingOutdoor useDaily carry
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 lightweightGood brightness with neutral white LEDsCustomizable appearance with magnetic scalesSupports both rechargeable 14500 and standard AA batteriesIP68 waterproof and good impact resistanceMagnetic tailcap and M4 mounting for hands-free use
Common complaints
Tail switch durability issues reportedNot suitable for tail standingBatteries need to be recharged or replaced for long useThreads lack manufacturer lube
UV mode included in main modes can complicate UINo shortcut to skip modesUV beam performance unimpressive with visible light spillButton feels cheap and rattly
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