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Fenix PD36R Pro vs ThruNite TC10
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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ThruNite TC10 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 211% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC10 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 145% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TC10 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC10 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 211% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 59% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC10 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 145% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC10 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$140
Unknown
Weight
169 g (5.96 oz)Heaviest
165 g (5.82 oz)Lightest
Length
145.8 mm (5.74 in)Shortest
153.5 mm (6.04 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2800 lmHighest output
900 lmLowest output
Max candela
36600 cdHighest candela
20280 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
381 m (1250 ft)Highest
292 m (958 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
2520 minShortest runtime
6180 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable Li-ion
1 x 18650 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB charging, 1A charging current
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX-8 (waterproof to 1.5 meters)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
High-strength aluminum
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useLaw enforcementOutdoor adventureProfessional applications
Everyday carryUSB rechargeable convenienceExtended runtime useThermal regulated use
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 thermal regulation allowing 9 hours of high output without overheatingGood USB charging performance with no overcharge detectedReliable runtime exceeding factory specs with quality batteriesUser-friendly interface with memory function and mode varietyNo proprietary charging cables neededGood hotspot beam quality
Common complaints
None clearly stated in sources
USB port cover concerns for waterproofingLow battery indicator accuracy concernsCharging indicator color change is difficult to detectDoes not support 2xCR123 batteriesTailstand option is somewhat wobblyAnti-roll ring and pocket clip not preferred by some users
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