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Fenix PD36R vs Olight Seeker 2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix PD36R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Seeker 2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Seeker 2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight Seeker 2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Seeker 2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Seeker 2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Seeker 2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 34% 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$121.35Most expensive
US$110Cheapest
Weight
167 g (5.89 oz)Lightest
185 g (6.53 oz)Heaviest
Length
140.7 mm (5.54 in)Longest
126 mm (4.96 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmLowest output
3000 lmHighest output
Max candela
132000 cdHighest candela
12100 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
396 m (1299 ft)Highest
220 m (722 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
28920 minLongest runtime
21600 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 rechargeable 21700 lithium-ion battery
Customized 21700 5000mAh rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C 18W fast charging
Magnetic USB charge base (1A)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX-8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
6061-T6 Aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
EDC And Outdoor LightingExtended Outdoor AdventuresUsers Needing A Bright, Durable, Rechargeable Flashlight
Medium And Close Range IlluminationHome UseOutdoorsSearch And RescueHuntingCampingIndustrialSecurityPoliceSelf Defense
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 Of 3000 LumensLong Runtime Especially On Lower Brightness LevelsComfortable Non Slip Aluminum Alloy BodyMagnetic USB Charging ConvenienceAccurate Battery Level IndicatorMultiple Useful Brightness ModesGood Beam Distance Of 220 MetersDurable IPX 8 Waterproof Rating
Common complaints
Higher Cost Compared To Simpler FlashlightsFlat Side Switch Can Be Hard To Locate By Feel
Initial High Output Level Runs Only 3 Minutes Before Stepping Down To 600 LumensMore Detailed Impact Resistance Rating Not ProvidedWeight (185g) May Be Heavy For Some Users
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