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Fenix PD36R Pro vs Fenix HM23 V2.0
Fenix PD36R Pro ($90) vs Fenix HM23 V2.0 ($36.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right edc flashlight.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Fenix PD36R Pro | Fenix HM23 V2.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $90 | $36.95 |
| Weight | 133g | 86.3g |
| Max Output | 2800 lm | — |
| Beam Distance | 382m | — |
| Modes | 6 | Five lighting modes including three brightness levels, red light, and red flash |
| Battery | 21700 (included) | AA battery; compatible with one 1.5V 14500 rechargeable battery |
| Charging | USB-C | — |
| IP Rating | IPX8 | — |
| Output | — | 300 lumens, 88 m |
| LED | — | Luminus SST20 white LED |
| Size | — | Length 73.6 mm, Width 36 mm, Height 30 mm |
| Runtime | — | 100 hours max |
| Weight | — | 86.3g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 3.04 oz. (86.3g) including battery) |
Pros & Cons
Fenix PD36R Pro
- 382m beam range for outdoor use
- IPX8 waterproof — submersible
- USB-C charging with pass-through
- 133g on the heavy side
- $90 is mid-tier investment
- 2800 lm overkill for most EDC tasks
Fenix HM23 V2.0
- 300 lumens and 88 m of throw
- Runs on AA battery; compatible with one 1.5V 14500 rechargeable battery
- 86.3 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- Check the size before you commit to pocket carry
- Fenix's 100 hours runtime is its longest figure, normally at the lowest level, not at full output
Fenix HM23 V2.0 is the better value at $36.95. Both are part of our curated edc flashlight index — tap through to check current pricing.