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Fenix PD36R vs ThruNite TN11S
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 1% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TN11S stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD36R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 105% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TN11S stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN11S stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN11S stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 105% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN11S stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 271% 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$99Cheapest
Weight
167 g (5.89 oz)Lightest
169.2 g (5.97 oz)Heaviest
Length
140.7 mm (5.54 in)Shortest
157.5 mm (6.20 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmHighest output
830 lmLowest output
Max candela
132000 cdHighest candela
28900 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
396 m (1299 ft)Highest
355 m (1165 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
28920 minLongest runtime
7800 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 rechargeable 21700 lithium-ion battery
1 or 2 x 18650 or 3/4 x CR123A
Charging type
USB Type-C 18W fast charging
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Unknown
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1.2 m (4 ft)Lowest
Material
6061-T6 Aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Aircraft grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
EDC and outdoor lightingExtended outdoor adventuresUsers needing a bright, durable, rechargeable flashlight
EDC useThrowing beamMilitary and tactical application
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
Solid build qualityNicely spaced modesGood beam throw for an XM-L lightIncludes a sturdy clip and holsterHighly focused even beamProgrammable memory function
Common complaints
Higher cost compared to simpler flashlightsFlat side switch can be hard to locate by feel
Actual output lower than advertised on single 18650Side switch can be hard to activateDoes not tailstand without modificationPWM is noticeable on some modesClip can be difficult to installSome users find the dual switch inconvenient
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