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Fenix PD36R Pro vs Fenix LD35R
Fenix PD36R Pro ($90) vs Fenix LD35R ($89.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right edc flashlight.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Fenix PD36R Pro | Fenix LD35R |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $90 | $89.95 |
| Weight | 133g | 185g |
| Max Output | 2800 lm | — |
| Beam Distance | 382m | — |
| Modes | 6 | Fifteen lighting modes including five levels of forward-facing white light, four levels of side white light plus Strobe, and five color modes |
| Battery | 21700 (included) | 18650 li-ion rechargeable battery or two CR123A lithium batteries |
| Charging | USB-C | — |
| IP Rating | IPX8 | — |
| Output | — | 1,800 lumens, 337 m |
| LED | — | One COB light strip and one Luminus SST40 Gen2 LED |
| Size | — | Length 136.4 mm, Head 34 mm, Body 25.4 mm |
| Runtime | — | 101 hours 54 minutes max |
| Weight | — | 185g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 6.53 oz. (185g) 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 LD35R
- 1,800 lumens and 337 m of throw
- Runs on 18650 li-ion rechargeable battery or two CR123A lithium batteries
- 185 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- 185 g is heavy for a pocket
- Fenix's 101 hours 54 minutes runtime is its longest figure, normally at the lowest level, not at full output
Fenix LD35R is the better value at $89.95. If weight matters most, Fenix PD36R Pro carries lighter at 133g. Both are part of our curated edc flashlight index — tap through to check current pricing.