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Fenix PD36R vs Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD36R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD36R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 240% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix PD36R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 240% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 12753% 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$127Most expensive
Weight
167 g (5.89 oz)Heaviest
136 g (4.80 oz)Lightest
Length
140.7 mm (5.54 in)Longest
112.5 mm (4.43 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmHighest output
500 lmLowest output
Max candela
132000 cdHighest candela
7000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
396 m (1299 ft)Highest
167 m (548 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
28920 minLongest runtime
225 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 rechargeable 21700 lithium-ion battery
SL-B26 rechargeable Li-Ion USB battery pack; also accepts CR123A lithium batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C 18W fast charging
USB rechargeable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX7
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
6061-T6 Aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
High-impact, super-tough nylon polymer
Use case profile
Best for
EDC And Outdoor LightingExtended Outdoor AdventuresUsers Needing A Bright, Durable, Rechargeable Flashlight
Right Angle Flashlight UseHands Free Lighting When Attached To GearProfessional, Industrial, And Outdoor Tasks
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
Bright 500 Lumen Output With Balanced BeamRugged And Waterproof DesignConvenient USB Rechargeable Battery And Multi Fuel CapabilityHands Free Use With Clip And D Ring Attachment
Common complaints
Higher Cost Compared To Simpler FlashlightsFlat Side Switch Can Be Hard To Locate By Feel
No Information On Complaints In Available Sources
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