Comparison Console
Fenix PD36R vs Olight Warrior X 4
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix PD36R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD36R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Warrior X 4 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix PD36R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Warrior X 4 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Warrior X 4 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Warrior X 4 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Warrior X 4 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 5925% 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$129.99Most expensive
Weight
167 g (5.89 oz)Lightest
249 g (8.78 oz)Heaviest
Length
140.7 mm (5.54 in)Shortest
149.1 mm (5.87 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmLowest output
2600 lmHighest output
Max candela
132000 cdHighest candela
99310 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
396 m (1299 ft)Lowest
630 m (2067 ft)Highest
Max runtime
28920 minLongest runtime
480 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 rechargeable 21700 lithium-ion battery
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C 18W fast charging
USB-C and magnetic MCC magnetic charging cable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
6061-T6 Aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Aluminum alloy with Type III hard-anodized finish, stainless steel strike bezel and tail switch
Use case profile
Best for
EDC and outdoor lightingExtended outdoor adventuresUsers needing a bright, durable, rechargeable flashlight
Tactical useLong-range searchOutdoor explorationPatrolHuntingRepair work
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
Very bright output with 2,600 lumens.Long beam distance of 630 meters with high candela intensity.Durable construction with IPX8 waterproof rating and 2-meter impact resistance.Convenient dual charging options: USB-C and magnetic MCC cable.Clear tri-color battery indicator and vibration alerts for battery status.Programmable modes allowing user customization.Effective heat management with automatic step-down of output.
Common complaints
Higher cost compared to simpler flashlightsFlat side switch can be hard to locate by feel
Heavier weight (249g) makes it less suitable for lightweight pocket carry.Longer length (approx 149 mm) may not fit shallower pockets.No electronic lockout feature, requires physical lockout to prevent accidental activation.No included pocket clip; requires holster or aftermarket clip for carry.