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Fenix PD36R vs SureFire 6PX Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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SureFire 6PX Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD36R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD36R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 183% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix PD36R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire 6PX Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire 6PX Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire 6PX Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 183% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire 6PX Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 32033% 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$125Most expensive
Weight
167 g (5.89 oz)Heaviest
147 g (5.19 oz)Lightest
Length
140.7 mm (5.54 in)Longest
132 mm (5.20 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmHighest output
600 lmLowest output
Max candela
132000 cdHighest candela
8700 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
396 m (1299 ft)Highest
187 m (614 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
28920 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 rechargeable 21700 lithium-ion battery
Two 123A lithium batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C 18W fast charging
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IP68
IPX7
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
6061-T6 Aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Mil-Spec hard anodized aerospace aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
EDC And Outdoor LightingExtended Outdoor AdventuresUsers Needing A Bright, Durable, Rechargeable Flashlight
Tactical UseEveryday CarryOutdoor ActivitiesSituations Requiring Adjustable Output
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
Durable Mil Spec ConstructionReliable Dual Output With Good Runtime BalanceCompact And Ergonomic DesignExcellent Beam Quality And Throw
Common complaints
Higher Cost Compared To Simpler FlashlightsFlat Side Switch Can Be Hard To Locate By Feel
Higher Price Point Compared To Some CompetitorsNon Rechargeable Battery Format
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