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Fenix PD26R ACE vs Fenix LD30R
Fenix PD26R ACE ($62.96) vs Fenix LD30R ($79.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right edc flashlight.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Fenix PD26R ACE | Fenix LD30R |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $62.96 | $79.95 |
| Weight | 102.3g | 132g |
| Output | 1,300 lumens, 354 m | 1,700 lumens, 257 m |
| LED | Luminus SFT25R LED | Luminus SST40 LED |
| Modes | Seven lighting modes including five brightness levels, Strobe, and SOS | Seven lighting modes including five brightness levels, strobe, and SOS |
| Battery | 1600mAh 18350 rechargeable Li-ion battery | 18650 li-ion rechargeable battery or two CR123A non-rechargeable lithium batteries |
| Size | Length: 4.17’’ (106mm) Head: 1.05’’ (26.6mm) Body: 0.97’’ (24.6mm) | Length 129.7 mm, Head 26.5 mm, Body 22.6 mm |
| Runtime | 556 hours max | 750 hours max |
| Weight | 102.3g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 3.61 oz (102.3g) including battery) | 132g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 4.66 oz. (132g) including battery) |
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 LD30R
- 1,700 lumens and 257 m of throw
- Runs on 18650 li-ion rechargeable battery or two CR123A non-rechargeable lithium batteries
- 132 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- Check the size before you commit to pocket carry
- Fenix's 750 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. Both are part of our curated edc flashlight index — tap through to check current pricing.