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Fenix PD36R Pro vs Fenix HM53R
Fenix PD36R Pro ($90) 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 PD36R Pro | Fenix HM53R |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $90 | $69.95 |
| Weight | 133g | 102g |
| Max Output | 2800 lm | — |
| Beam Distance | 382m | — |
| Modes | 6 | Eight lighting modes including five spotlight levels, two red light levels, and red flash |
| Battery | 21700 (included) | 18350 rechargeable li-ion battery. 16340 or CR123A as a backup |
| Charging | USB-C | — |
| IP Rating | IPX8 | — |
| Output | — | 1,200 lumens, 158 m |
| LED | — | One Luminus SST-25 cold white LED and two OSRAM-2835 red LEDs |
| Size | — | Length 71 mm, Width 37 mm, Height 36 mm |
| Runtime | — | 135 hours max |
| Weight | — | 102g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 3.60 oz. (102g) including battery and headband) |
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 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 HM53R is the better value at $69.95. Both are part of our curated edc flashlight index — tap through to check current pricing.