Comparison Console
Fenix PD36R ACE vs Nitecore SRT7i
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore SRT7i stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore SRT7i stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore SRT7i stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1161% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore SRT7i stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore SRT7i stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore SRT7i stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1161% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore SRT7i stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 12% 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$129.95Cheapest
Weight
182 g (6.42 oz)Heaviest
175 g (6.17 oz)Lightest
Length
146 mm (5.75 in)Shortest
163 mm (6.42 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lm
3000 lm
Max candela
Unknown
87500 cd
Beam distance
415 m (1362 ft)Lowest
580 m (1903 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3805 minShortest runtime
48000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
One 21700 rechargeable Li-ion battery
Nitecore 21700i Li-ion battery (NL2150HPi 5000mAh)
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
2 m (7 ft)
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Users who want high brightness and long beam distanceOutdoor and tactical useUsers who want customizable operation modes
Law enforcementTactical operationsHuntingSearchHigh-risk patrols
Common praise
High brightness outputLong beam distanceDurable constructionCustomizable mode settingsConvenient USB-C charging portSolid battery runtime
High maximum brightness of 3000 lumensLong beam throw of 580 metersGood battery capacity with included 21700 5000mAh rechargeable batterySmart selector ring enables easy one-handed controlDurable build with IP68 waterproofing and 2m impact resistanceFast USB-C charging portMultiple user-friendly modes including strobe and turboEffective tail stand capability for safety
Common complaints
No specific complaints noted in source, but weight may be considered heavy for keychain use
Relatively heavy with battery at 175 gramsNo CR123A batteries included with adapter sold separatelySome users may find the size large for EDC
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