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Fenix PD36R vs Olight M2R Pro Warrior

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

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Fenix PD36R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Olight M2R Pro Warrior stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Olight M2R Pro Warrior stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Olight M2R Pro Warrior stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Fenix PD36R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Fenix PD36R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Olight M2R Pro Warrior stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix PD36R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Olight M2R Pro Warrior stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Fenix PD36R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Olight M2R Pro Warrior stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 149% 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 — Max lumens: 1700 lmOlight M2R Pro Warrior — Beam distance: 300 m (984 ft)Olight M2R Pro Warrior — Max candela: 22400 cdOlight M2R Pro Warrior — Weight: 179 g (6.31 oz)Olight M2R Pro Warrior — Length: 136.5 mm (5.37 in)Olight M2R Pro Warrior — Retail price: US$109.98Olight M2R Pro Warrior — Max lumens: 1800 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$121.35Most expensive
US$109.98Cheapest
Weight
167 g (5.89 oz)Lightest
179 g (6.31 oz)Heaviest
Length
140.7 mm (5.54 in)Longest
136.5 mm (5.37 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmLowest output
1800 lmHighest output
Max candela
132000 cdHighest candela
22400 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
396 m (1299 ft)Highest
300 m (984 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
28920 minShortest runtime
72000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 rechargeable 21700 lithium-ion battery
Customized 5000mAh 21700 rechargeable lithium battery
Charging type
USB Type-C 18W fast charging
Magnetic USB charging cable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
6061-T6 Aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
6N01-T6 anodized aluminum aircraft-grade aluminum body with anti-scratch type III hard anodizing
Use case profile
Best for
EDC and outdoor lightingExtended outdoor adventuresUsers needing a bright, durable, rechargeable flashlight
Tactical useSelf-defenseOutdoor activitiesSecurity professionals
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
High maximum output and long beam distanceMultiple brightness modes and long runtimeDual switch interface for easy operationDurable aircraft-grade aluminum body with good waterproof ratingAggressive strike bezel suitable for self-defense
Common complaints
Higher cost compared to simpler flashlightsFlat side switch can be hard to locate by feel
Weight excludes battery in some listingsNo explicit integrated charging port (uses magnetic cable)