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Fenix PD36R Pro vs ThruNite TC20 V3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC20 V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC20 V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TC20 V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 134% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC20 V3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC20 V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC20 V3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1157% 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$140Most expensive
US$59.95Cheapest
Weight
169 g (5.96 oz)Lightest
198 g (6.98 oz)Heaviest
Length
145.8 mm (5.74 in)Longest
125 mm (4.92 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2800 lmLowest output
4720 lmHighest output
Max candela
36600 cdHighest candela
16720 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
381 m (1250 ft)Highest
258 m (846 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
2520 minShortest runtime
31680 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable Li-ion
21700 rechargeable Li-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C fast charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
High-strength aluminum
Aircraft-grade aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useLaw enforcementOutdoor adventureProfessional applications
EDCCampingHikingDog walkingHome emergenciesOutdoor adventuresNighttime tasksEmergency situationsWork repairs
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 output with a wide, even flood beamDurable aircraft-grade aluminum construction with IPX8 waterproof ratingUSB-C fast charging with battery indicatorMagnetic tailcap for hands-free useLock switch prevents accidental activationMemory function recalls last brightness levelMultiple versatile lighting modes
Common complaints
None clearly stated in sources
No anti-roll featureSwitch and mode cycling can be slightly confusing or disorientingHarsh low voltage protection requiring head loosening to reset
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