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Fenix PD36R ACE vs Nitecore EDC37
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 167% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 167% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 200% 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$146Most expensive
US$140Cheapest
Weight
182 g (6.42 oz)Lightest
199 g (7.02 oz)Heaviest
Length
146 mm (5.75 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmLowest output
8000 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
44010 cd
Beam distance
415 m (1362 ft)Lowest
420 m (1378 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3805 minShortest runtime
11400 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
One 21700 rechargeable Li-ion battery
Built-in Li-ion battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C fast charging (18W)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP54
Impact resistance
Unknown
2 m (7 ft)
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Stainless steel with PVD coating and carbon fiber reinforced polymer frame with aluminum heat dissipation plate
Use case profile
Best for
Users who want high brightness and long beam distanceOutdoor and tactical useUsers who want customizable operation modes
Tactical EDCSecurity patrolLaw enforcementSearch and rescuePersonal defenseEmergency lighting
Common praise
High brightness outputLong beam distanceDurable constructionCustomizable mode settingsConvenient USB-C charging portSolid battery runtime
High maximum brightness for compact sizeUseful OLED real-time display with mode, brightness, battery and runtime infoPhysical lockout switch prevents accidental activationGood output regulation with temperature managementSolid build quality with tactical designFast USB-C charging with large built-in batteryMultiple usable modes including flood and spotlight
Common complaints
No specific complaints noted in source, but weight may be considered heavy for keychain use
IP54 rating lower than typical IP67/IP68 for full waterproof useBattery is not user replaceableMomentary high output duration limited by thermal regulation
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