Fenix HM71R V2.0 vs Fenix PD36R ACE
Fenix HM71R V2.0 ($124.95) vs Fenix PD36R ACE ($109.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right headlamp.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Fenix HM71R V2.0 | Fenix PD36R ACE |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $124.95 | $109.95 |
| Weight | 220g | 181.6g |
| Output | 3,500 lumens, 275 m | 3,000 lumens, 415 m |
| LED | SFT-60 spot, SST-20F flood, two red | Luminus SFT70 Gen2 LED |
| Modes | Thirteen including Instant Turbo and red flash | Seven lighting modes including five brightness levels, Strobe, and SOS |
| Battery | 5500mAh included, USB-C | 21700 rechargeable li-on battery |
| Runtime | 337 h max | 63 hours 25 minutes max |
| Rating | IP68, 2 m impact | — |
| Weight | 220g incl. battery and headband (fenixlighting.com spec text) | 181.6g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 6.41 oz. (181.6g) including battery) |
| Size | — | Length 146 mm, Head 30 mm, Body 26 mm |
Pros & Cons
Fenix HM71R V2.0
- 3,500 lumens with separate spot and flood
- Red light modes
- IP68 and 2 m impact resistance
- Large 5,500 mAh battery included
- 220 g is a heavy headlamp
- $124.95
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. Both are part of our curated headlamp index — tap through to check current pricing.