Comparison Console
Fenix PD36R vs Fenix UC35
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
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
Fenix PD36R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC35 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
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 heaviest option for weight, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC35 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 41% 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.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
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.
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 lightingExtended outdoor adventuresUsers needing a bright, durable, rechargeable flashlight
MilitaryPolicingOutdoor lightingEmergency standbyEveryday carry
Common praise
Impressive brightness and beam distanceExcellent battery runtime and fast USB-C chargingRugged build quality with IP68 waterproof ratingVersatile 2-way body clip for hands-free carry
Powerful output for its sizeLong maximum runtime especially in moonlight modeDurable aircraft-grade aluminum body with good impact and water resistanceConvenient dual-switch interface with tactical tail and side functional switchIncluded high capacity rechargeable 18650 battery and micro USB charging
Common complaints
Higher cost compared to simpler flashlightsFlat side switch can be hard to locate by feel
Battery level indication only works with 18650 Li-ion batteryCharging only possible when flashlight is off and at low output