Comparison Console
Fenix PD35R ACE vs Olight Warrior 3S
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Warrior 3S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Warrior 3S stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Warrior 3S stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Warrior 3S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Warrior 3S stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 83% 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$125Cheapest
US$199.95Most expensive
Weight
145.11 g (5.12 oz)Lightest
176 g (6.21 oz)Heaviest
Length
140.46 mm (5.53 in)Longest
139 mm (5.47 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2000 lmLowest output
2300 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
23000 cd
Beam distance
380 m (1247 ft)Highest
300 m (984 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
43200 minShortest runtime
79200 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 4000mAh 18650 rechargeable Li-ion or 2x CR123A lithium batteries
Customized 3.6V 5000mAh 21700 Lithium-ion Battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
MCC3 USB magnetic charging cable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum
Aluminium Alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Law enforcementOutdoor missionsEveryday carryTactical use
Tactical useHuntingMilitary operationsSecurity and protectionPoliceEveryday carryOutdoorsSelf-defenseLaw enforcement
Common praise
Very bright output with 2000 lumensLong 380 meter beam distanceMultiple lighting modes including strobe and SOSUSB Type-C rechargeable with protected portDurable IP68 waterproof and dustproof designImpact resistant to 1.5 metersComfortable anti-slip body designDigital regulation maintains stable output
High maximum output (2300 lumens) with versatile lighting levelsLong runtime especially on low and moonlight modeDurable aluminum alloy construction with IPX8 waterproof ratingConvenient dual switch interface for tactical and daily useIncludes magnetic USB charging cable making recharge easyVisual indicators for battery and brightness levelsProximity sensor for safe brightness adjustment
Common complaints
Some users may find size slightly large for keychain carryHidden SET switch may require learning curve
No SOS/beacon mode availableRelatively heavy at 176 grams for some usersBezel less aggressive but may still impact pocket comfort