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Fenix PD36R Pro vs Fenix HM65R V2.0
Fenix PD36R Pro ($90) vs Fenix HM65R V2.0 ($99.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right edc flashlight.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Fenix PD36R Pro | Fenix HM65R V2.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $90 | $99.95 |
| Weight | 133g | 144g |
| Max Output | 2800 lm | — |
| Beam Distance | 382m | — |
| Modes | 6 | — |
| Battery | 21700 (included) | 1x 18650 (included) |
| Charging | USB-C | — |
| IP Rating | IPX8 | — |
| Material | — | Magnesium alloy, polycarbonate lenses |
| Weight | — | 144g (Fenix published) |
| Output | — | 2200lm max |
| Runtime | — | 296h max |
| Weight basis | — | 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 HM65R V2.0
- 2,200 lm at 144 g
- Replaceable 18650 with USB-C charging
- Magnesium body
- Heavier than 18350 headlamps
- $99.95
Fenix PD36R Pro is the better value at $90. Both are part of our curated edc flashlight index — tap through to check current pricing.