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Fenix PD36R Pro vs Fenix PD45R ACE
Fenix PD36R Pro ($90) vs Fenix PD45R ACE ($129.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right edc flashlight.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Fenix PD36R Pro | Fenix PD45R ACE |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $90 | $129.95 |
| Weight | 133g | 200.5g |
| Max Output | 2800 lm | — |
| Beam Distance | 382m | — |
| Modes | 6 | Seven lighting modes including six brightness levels and Strobe; six preset options |
| Battery | 21700 (included) | 6000mAh 21700 rechargeable li-ion battery |
| Charging | USB-C | — |
| IP Rating | IPX8 | — |
| Output | — | 3,200 lumens, 410 m |
| LED | — | Luminus SFT-70X-WS65-H2-H1652 LED |
| Size | — | Length 157.7 mm, Width 30 mm, Height 25.9 mm |
| Runtime | — | 57 hours max |
| Weight | — | 200.5g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 7.07 oz. (200.5g) 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 PD45R ACE
- 3,200 lumens and 410 m of throw
- Runs on 6000mAh 21700 rechargeable li-ion battery
- 200.5 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- 200.5 g is heavy for a pocket
- Fenix's 57 hours runtime is its longest figure, normally at the lowest level, not at full output
Fenix PD36R Pro is the better value at $90. Both are part of our curated edc flashlight index — tap through to check current pricing.