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Fenix PD36R Pro vs Fenix TK05R
Fenix PD36R Pro ($90) vs Fenix TK05R ($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 TK05R |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $90 | $79.95 |
| Weight | 133g | 124g |
| Max Output | 2800 lm | — |
| Beam Distance | 382m | — |
| Modes | 6 | Three brightness levels plus Strobe |
| Battery | 21700 (included) | 18350 battery |
| Charging | USB-C | — |
| IP Rating | IPX8 | — |
| Output | — | 1,000 lumens, 450 m |
| LED | — | Osram CSLPM1.TG LED |
| Size | — | Length 115 mm, Head 32 mm, Body 23.5 mm |
| Runtime | — | 14hours 30min max |
| Weight | — | 124g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 4.37 oz. (124g) 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 TK05R
- 1,000 lumens and 450 m of throw
- Runs on 18350 battery
- 124 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- Check the size before you commit to pocket carry
- Fenix's 14hours 30min runtime is its longest figure, normally at the lowest level, not at full output
Fenix TK05R is the better value at $79.95. Both are part of our curated edc flashlight index — tap through to check current pricing.