Comparison Console
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