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Fenix PD36R Pro vs Fenix LD30R
Fenix PD36R Pro ($90) 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 Pro | Fenix LD30R |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $90 | $79.95 |
| Weight | 133g | 132g |
| Max Output | 2800 lm | — |
| Beam Distance | 382m | — |
| Modes | 6 | Seven lighting modes including five brightness levels, strobe, and SOS |
| Battery | 21700 (included) | 18650 li-ion rechargeable battery or two CR123A non-rechargeable lithium batteries |
| Charging | USB-C | — |
| IP Rating | IPX8 | — |
| Output | — | 1,700 lumens, 257 m |
| LED | — | Luminus SST40 LED |
| Size | — | Length 129.7 mm, Head 26.5 mm, Body 22.6 mm |
| Runtime | — | 750 hours max |
| Weight | — | 132g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 4.66 oz. (132g) 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 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.