Comparison Console
Fenix PD40R V2.0 vs SureFire EDCL2-T
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 1% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 150% 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 38% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire EDCL2-T stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire EDCL2-T stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire EDCL2-T stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD40R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire EDCL2-T 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 8700% 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$265Most expensive
Weight
117 g (4.13 oz)Lightest
118 g (4.16 oz)Heaviest
Length
138 mm (5.43 in)Shortest
148 mm (5.83 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmHighest output
1200 lmLowest output
Max candela
40567 cdHighest candela
11300 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
405 m (1329 ft)Highest
210 m (689 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
5280 minLongest runtime
60 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 rechargeable li-ion battery
Two CR123A (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 CarryProfessional UseTactical Applications
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
Very Bright High Output With Effective Beam DistanceLightweight And Compact Design Suitable For Everyday CarrySmooth, Intuitive Dual Stage Tailcap SwitchDurable Construction With Ipx7 Water Resistance
Common complaints
Packaging Not Very StylishNo Included Ac Adapter For ChargingRotary Switch May Require Getting Used To
Metal Clip Edge May Scratch Surfaces Such As Car Paint Or Leather
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