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Fenix PD36R vs Fenix UC35

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

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Fenix UC35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD36R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD36R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Fenix PD36R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Fenix UC35 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Fenix UC35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Fenix PD36R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix UC35 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Fenix PD36R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Fenix PD36R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Fenix UC35 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 66% 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 — Beam distance: 396 m (1299 ft)Fenix PD36R — Max candela: 132000 cdFenix PD36R — Weight: 167 g (5.89 oz)Fenix PD36R — Length: 140.7 mm (5.54 in)Fenix PD36R — Retail price: US$121.35Fenix PD36R — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Fenix UC35 — Beam distance: 266 m (873 ft)Fenix UC35 — Max candela: 17700 cdFenix UC35 — Weight: 89 g (3.14 oz)Fenix UC35 — Length: 140 mm (5.51 in)Fenix UC35 — Retail price: US$126Fenix UC35 — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$121.35Cheapest
US$126Most expensive
Weight
167 g (5.89 oz)Heaviest
89 g (3.14 oz)Lightest
Length
140.7 mm (5.54 in)Longest
140 mm (5.51 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmHighest output
1000 lmLowest output
Max candela
132000 cdHighest candela
17700 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
396 m (1299 ft)Highest
266 m (873 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
28920 minShortest runtime
48000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 rechargeable 21700 lithium-ion battery
One 18650 rechargeable Li-ion battery or two CR123A batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C 18W fast charging
Micro USB 5V/2A
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
6061-T6 Aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
High strength oxidation-resistant aluminum with HAIII hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣EDC And Outdoor Lighting▣Extended Outdoor Adventures▣Users Needing A Bright, Durable, Rechargeable Flashlight
▣Military▣Policing▣Outdoor Lighting▣Emergency Standby▣Everyday Carry
Common praise
✓Impressive Brightness And Beam Distance✓Excellent Battery Runtime And Fast USB C Charging✓Rugged Build Quality With Ip68 Waterproof Rating✓Versatile 2 Way Body Clip For Hands Free Carry
✓Powerful Output For Its Size✓Long Maximum Runtime Especially In Moonlight Mode✓Durable Aircraft Grade Aluminum Body With Good Impact And Water Resistance✓Convenient Dual Switch Interface With Tactical Tail And Side Functional Switch✓Included High Capacity Rechargeable 18650 Battery And Micro USB Charging
Common complaints
⚠Higher Cost Compared To Simpler Flashlights⚠Flat Side Switch Can Be Hard To Locate By Feel
⚠Battery Level Indication Only Works With 18650 Li Ion Battery⚠Charging Only Possible When Flashlight Is Off And At Low Output

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