Comparison Console
Fenix PD36R Pro vs Fenix PD40R V2.0
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 110% 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$140Cheapest
US$165Most expensive
Weight
169 g (5.96 oz)Heaviest
117 g (4.13 oz)Lightest
Length
145.8 mm (5.74 in)Longest
138 mm (5.43 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2800 lmLowest output
3000 lmHighest output
Max candela
36600 cdLowest candela
40567 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
381 m (1250 ft)Lowest
405 m (1329 ft)Highest
Max runtime
2520 minShortest runtime
5280 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable Li-ion
1x 21700 rechargeable li-ion battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
High-strength aluminum
A6061-T6 aircraft grade aluminium
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical UseLaw EnforcementOutdoor AdventureProfessional Applications
Everyday Carry (EDC)Professional UseGeneral Purpose UseInspectionWalking A DogSituations Requiring Versatile Brightness Levels
Common praise
Very Bright 2800 Lumens OutputRobust Build Quality With Ip68 RatingConvenient USB C ChargingTactical Dual Tail Switch UsabilityLong Battery Runtime Up To 42 Hours
High Maximum And Sustained BrightnessSmooth And Easy Rotary Switch OperationGood Battery Runtime With Included 21700 BatterySolid Build Quality With Aircraft Grade AluminiumIp68 Dust And Waterproof RatedComes With Holster And Spare O Rings
Common complaints
None Clearly Stated In Sources
Packaging Not Very StylishNo Included Ac Adapter For ChargingRotary Switch May Require Getting Used To
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