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Fenix PD36R V2.0 vs Wuben L1

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

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Fenix PD36R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben L1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben L1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Wuben L1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Fenix PD36R V2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Fenix PD36R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Wuben L1 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix PD36R V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Wuben L1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Wuben L1 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

Fenix PD36R V2.0 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 8% 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 V2.0 — Beam distance: 396 m (1299 ft)Fenix PD36R V2.0 — Weight: 167 g (5.89 oz)Fenix PD36R V2.0 — Length: 140.7 mm (5.54 in)Fenix PD36R V2.0 — Retail price: US$99.95Fenix PD36R V2.0 — Max lumens: 1700 lmWuben L1 — Beam distance: 350 m (1148 ft)Wuben L1 — Weight: 170 g (6.00 oz)Wuben L1 — Length: 130 mm (5.12 in)Wuben L1 — Retail price: US$79Wuben L1 — Max lumens: 2000 lmBeam distanceWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$99.95Most expensive
US$79Cheapest
Weight
167 g (5.89 oz)Lightest
170 g (6.00 oz)Heaviest
Length
140.7 mm (5.54 in)Longest
130 mm (5.12 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmLowest output
2000 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
30625 cd
Beam distance
396 m (1299 ft)Highest
350 m (1148 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
28920 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 li-ion rechargeable
21700
Charging type
USB-C (up to 18W fast charging)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
EDCBackpack carryLong runtimeOutdoor use
EDC useCampingHikingMechanic workVersatile lighting needs
Common praise
High brightness outputLong runtimeFast chargingGood build quality and durabilityMultiple lighting modes including eco and strobeWaterproof and dustproof (IP68)
Versatile dual-light sources with rotating headSolid build and anodized aluminum bodyStrong clip and magnet for multiple carry optionsOnboard charging with USB-C portIncluded high capacity 21700 battery
Common complaints
No significant complaints noted in sources
Brightness output drops quickly after turbo mode startButtons are easy to press causing accidental activationUI differs between throw and flood channelsNo moonlight mode availableNo electrical lockout feature