Comparison Console
Fenix PD40R V2.0 vs SureFire E2D Defender Ultra
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 200% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire E2D Defender Ultra stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire E2D Defender Ultra stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire E2D Defender Ultra stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 200% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire E2D Defender Ultra stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3100% 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$165Cheapest
US$259Most expensive
Weight
117 g (4.13 oz)Lightest
119 g (4.20 oz)Heaviest
Length
138 mm (5.43 in)Shortest
142 mm (5.59 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmHighest output
1000 lmLowest output
Max candela
40567 cdHighest candela
10600 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
405 m (1329 ft)Highest
200 m (656 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
5280 minLongest runtime
165 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 rechargeable li-ion battery
Two 123A batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IP68
IPX7
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
A6061-T6 aircraft grade aluminium
High-strength aerospace aluminum, Mil-Spec hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Professional useGeneral purpose useInspectionWalking a dogSituations requiring versatile brightness levels
Everyday carryTactical useSelf-defenseAdministrative tasks
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
High brightness with wide beam and good rangeLong battery life on low modeDurable aerospace aluminum buildEffective dual output modesSelf-defense oriented design features
Common complaints
Packaging not very stylishNo included AC adapter for chargingRotary switch may require getting used to
Bezel can become hot during extended high output useSharp bezel may cause minor injury if mishandledTail cap can accumulate dust and debris when carried in pocket