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Fenix PD36R ACE vs Sofirn LT1 Mini
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 1% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 868% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 957% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT1 Mini stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT1 Mini stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 868% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT1 Mini stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 957% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn LT1 Mini stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 5% 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$146
Unknown
Weight
182 g (6.42 oz)Lightest
184.1 g (6.49 oz)Heaviest
Length
146 mm (5.75 in)Shortest
154 mm (6.06 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmHighest output
310 lmLowest output
Max candela
Unknown
33 cd
Beam distance
415 m (1362 ft)Highest
12 m (39 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3805 minLongest runtime
360 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
One 21700 rechargeable Li-ion battery
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C PD
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Black anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Users who want high brightness and long beam distanceOutdoor and tactical useUsers who want customizable operation modes
Everyday carryClose to medium range tasksCampingOutdoor emergenciesMaintenance work
Common praise
High brightness outputLong beam distanceDurable constructionCustomizable mode settingsConvenient USB-C charging portSolid battery runtime
High CRI LEDsIntuitive and highly configurable Anduril 2 interfaceUSB-C PD chargingPowerbank featureCompact size and light weightGood build quality with anodized aluminumEven, diffused beam patternStable runtime and good thermal control
Common complaints
No specific complaints noted in source, but weight may be considered heavy for keychain use
Prone to tipping over due to narrow baseNot very strong magnetic tailcapSome users may find Anduril 2 UI complexNo serial number on some unitsBattery rattle possible with 18650 cells
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