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Fenix PD26R ACE vs Fenix HM53R
Fenix PD26R ACE ($62.96) vs Fenix HM53R ($69.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right edc flashlight.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Fenix PD26R ACE | Fenix HM53R |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $62.96 | $69.95 |
| Weight | 102.3g | 102g |
| Output | 1,300 lumens, 354 m | 1,200 lumens, 158 m |
| LED | Luminus SFT25R LED | One Luminus SST-25 cold white LED and two OSRAM-2835 red LEDs |
| Modes | Seven lighting modes including five brightness levels, Strobe, and SOS | Eight lighting modes including five spotlight levels, two red light levels, and red flash |
| Battery | 1600mAh 18350 rechargeable Li-ion battery | 18350 rechargeable li-ion battery. 16340 or CR123A as a backup |
| Size | Length: 4.17’’ (106mm) Head: 1.05’’ (26.6mm) Body: 0.97’’ (24.6mm) | Length 71 mm, Width 37 mm, Height 36 mm |
| Runtime | 556 hours max | 135 hours max |
| Weight | 102.3g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 3.61 oz (102.3g) including battery) | 102g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 3.60 oz. (102g) including battery and headband) |
Pros & Cons
Fenix PD26R ACE
- 1,300 lumens and 354 m of throw
- Runs on 1600mAh 18350 rechargeable Li-ion battery
- 102.3 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- Check the size before you commit to pocket carry
- Fenix's 556 hours runtime is its longest figure, normally at the lowest level, not at full output
Fenix HM53R
- 1,200 lumens and 158 m of throw
- Runs on 18350 rechargeable li-ion battery. 16340 or CR123A as a backup
- 102 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- Check the size before you commit to pocket carry
- Fenix's 135 hours runtime is its longest figure, normally at the lowest level, not at full output
Fenix PD26R ACE is the better value at $62.96. If weight matters most, Fenix HM53R carries lighter at 102g. Both are part of our curated edc flashlight index — tap through to check current pricing.