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Fenix PD36R ACE vs Fenix LD30R
Fenix PD36R ACE ($109.95) 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 PD36R ACE | Fenix LD30R |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $109.95 | $79.95 |
| Weight | 181.6g | 132g |
| Output | 3,000 lumens, 415 m | 1,700 lumens, 257 m |
| LED | Luminus SFT70 Gen2 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 | 21700 rechargeable li-on battery | 18650 li-ion rechargeable battery or two CR123A non-rechargeable lithium batteries |
| Size | Length 146 mm, Head 30 mm, Body 26 mm | Length 129.7 mm, Head 26.5 mm, Body 22.6 mm |
| Runtime | 63 hours 25 minutes max | 750 hours max |
| Weight | 181.6g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 6.41 oz. (181.6g) including battery) | 132g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 4.66 oz. (132g) including battery) |
Pros & Cons
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 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 LD30R is the better value at $79.95. Both are part of our curated edc flashlight index — tap through to check current pricing.