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Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 vs Fenix PD36R ACE
Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 ($110) vs Fenix PD36R ACE ($109.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right flashlight.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 | Fenix PD36R ACE |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $110 | $109.95 |
| Weight | 129g | 181.6g |
| Max Output | 1600 lumens | — |
| Runtime | 300h low | 63 hours 25 minutes max |
| Charging | USB-C | — |
| Weight | 129g | 181.6g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 6.41 oz. (181.6g) including battery) |
| Output | — | 3,000 lumens, 415 m |
| LED | — | Luminus SFT70 Gen2 LED |
| Modes | — | Seven lighting modes including five brightness levels, Strobe, and SOS |
| Battery | — | 21700 rechargeable li-on battery |
| Size | — | Length 146 mm, Head 30 mm, Body 26 mm |
Pros & Cons
Fenix HM65R-T V2.0
- Dual beam
- USB-C
- Long runtime
- Front-heavy
- Proprietary strap
Fenix PD36R ACE
- 3,000 lumens and 415 m of throw
- Runs on 21700 rechargeable li-on battery
- 181.6 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- 181.6 g is heavy for a pocket
- Fenix's 63 hours 25 minutes runtime is its longest figure, normally at the lowest level, not at full output
Fenix PD36R ACE is the better value at $109.95. If weight matters most, Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 carries lighter at 129g. Both are part of our curated flashlight index — tap through to check current pricing.