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Fenix PD36R Pro vs Fenix PD35R ACE
Fenix PD36R Pro ($90) vs Fenix PD35R ACE ($85.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right edc flashlight.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Fenix PD36R Pro | Fenix PD35R ACE |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $90 | $85.95 |
| Weight | 133g | 145g |
| Max Output | 2800 lm | — |
| Beam Distance | 382m | — |
| Modes | 6 | Seven lighting modes including five brightness levels, Strobe, and SOS |
| Battery | 21700 (included) | 4000mAh rechargeable li-ion battery or two CR123A lithium batteries |
| Charging | USB-C | — |
| IP Rating | IPX8 | — |
| Output | — | 2,000 lumens, 380 m |
| LED | — | One Luminus SFT40 LED |
| Size | — | Length 140.5 mm, Head 26.5 mm, Body 23.6 mm |
| Runtime | — | 720 hours max |
| Weight | — | 145g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 5.11 oz. (145g) 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 PD35R ACE
- 2,000 lumens and 380 m of throw
- Runs on 4000mAh rechargeable li-ion battery or two CR123A lithium batteries
- 145 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- Check the size before you commit to pocket carry
- Fenix's 720 hours runtime is its longest figure, normally at the lowest level, not at full output
Fenix PD35R ACE is the better value at $85.95. 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.