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Fenix PD36R ACE vs Sofirn SP35

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Sofirn SP35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Lightest

Sofirn SP35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 149% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Sofirn SP35 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Sofirn SP35 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest throw

Sofirn SP35 stands out as the shortest throw option for beam distance, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest throw

Fenix PD36R ACE stands out as the longest throw option for beam distance, with about a 25% 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.

Fenix PD36R ACE — Beam distance: 415 m (1362 ft)Fenix PD36R ACE — Weight: 182 g (6.42 oz)Fenix PD36R ACE — Length: 146 mm (5.75 in)Fenix PD36R ACE — Max lumens: 3000 lmSofirn SP35 — Beam distance: 332 m (1089 ft)Sofirn SP35 — Weight: 73 g (2.57 oz)Sofirn SP35 — Length: 126 mm (4.96 in)Sofirn SP35 — Max lumens: 2000 lmBeam distanceWeightLengthMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$146
Unknown
Weight
182 g (6.42 oz)Heaviest
73 g (2.57 oz)Lightest
Length
146 mm (5.75 in)Longest
126 mm (4.96 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmHighest output
2000 lmLowest output
Max candela
Unknown
Unknown
Beam distance
415 m (1362 ft)Highest
332 m (1089 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3805 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
One 21700 rechargeable Li-ion battery
21700 lithium-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Aluminium 6061-T6
Use case profile
Best for
▣Users Who Want High Brightness And Long Beam Distance▣Outdoor And Tactical Use▣Users Who Want Customizable Operation Modes
▣EDC▣Garden Use▣Outdoor Chores▣Roadside Emergencies▣Proper Brightness With Wide Beam
Common praise
✓High Brightness Output✓Long Beam Distance✓Durable Construction✓Customizable Mode Settings✓Convenient USB C Charging Port✓Solid Battery Runtime
✓Good Balance Of Size And Output For EDC✓Quality Build With Solid Aluminium Body✓Included 21700 Battery With Good Capacity✓Wide Beam And Practical Brightness Levels✓Useful Mode Set Including Strobe And SOS
Common complaints
⚠No Specific Complaints Noted In Source, But Weight May Be Considered Heavy For Keychain Use
⚠Clip Too Large And Uncomfortable On Hand⚠No Temperature Sensor In Older Model Versions⚠Not As Refined Finish As Premium Brands Like Fenix

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