Comparison Console
Fenix PD36R vs Olight Warrior X 3
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 35% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD36R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Warrior X 3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix PD36R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Warrior X 3 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Warrior X 3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Warrior X 3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Warrior X 3 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$200Most expensive
Weight
167 g (5.89 oz)Lightest
255 g (8.99 oz)Heaviest
Length
140.7 mm (5.54 in)Shortest
149.5 mm (5.89 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmLowest output
2500 lmHighest output
Max candela
132000 cdHighest candela
78000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
396 m (1299 ft)Lowest
560 m (1837 ft)Highest
Max runtime
28920 minLongest runtime
480 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 rechargeable 21700 lithium-ion battery
Customized 5000mAh 21700 Lithium-ion Battery
Charging type
USB Type-C 18W fast charging
MCC3 USB 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
Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
EDC and outdoor lightingExtended outdoor adventuresUsers needing a bright, durable, rechargeable flashlight
HuntingLaw EnforcementSearch & RescueSelf-defenseOutdoorsNight Security/Patrol
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 2500 lumens with excellent beam throwDurable aerospace-grade aluminum construction with water and impact resistanceVersatile dual-stage tactical tail switch with programmable settingsComes with useful accessories including holster, rings, and charging cableLong runtime especially on lower brightness modes
Common complaints
Higher cost compared to simpler flashlightsFlat side switch can be hard to locate by feel
Relatively large head diameter affects pocket carryBattery not replaceable with standard cells without sleeveSome users may prefer simpler interface