Comparison Console
Fenix PD40R V2.0 vs Streamlight Strion LED HL
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 388% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 6940% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Strion LED HL stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Strion LED HL stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 388% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Strion LED HL stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 6940% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Strion LED HL stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 9% 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$165
US$165
Weight
117 g (4.13 oz)Lightest
148 g (5.22 oz)Heaviest
Length
138 mm (5.43 in)Shortest
149.9 mm (5.90 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmHighest output
615 lmLowest output
Max candela
40567 cdHighest candela
12000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
405 m (1329 ft)Highest
219 m (719 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
5280 minLongest runtime
75 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 rechargeable li-ion battery
Lithium-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB and AC/DC charging via clamp-style charger holder with LED charge indicator; charges fully in ~3 hours
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX4
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
A6061-T6 aircraft grade aluminium
6000 series machined aircraft aluminum with anodized finish, Borofloat high temperature glass lens
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Professional useGeneral purpose useInspectionWalking a dogSituations requiring versatile brightness levels
Searching large areaLaw enforcementAutomotive techniciansProfessional useWeapon mounting
Common praise
High maximum and sustained brightnessSmooth and easy rotary switch operationGood battery runtime with included 21700 batterySolid build quality with aircraft grade aluminiumIP68 dust and waterproof ratedComes with holster and spare o-rings
Extremely durable constructionImpressive brightness/outputSimple, intuitive switch designMulti-mode including strobe for signalingCompatible charging system across Streamlight Strion line
Common complaints
Packaging not very stylishNo included AC adapter for chargingRotary switch may require getting used to
Runtime on highest mode is relatively short (~1-1.25 hours)